Facilities Maintenance & Work Therapy Coordinator

Perform general building and property maintenance, and coordinate and communicate with outside contractors when required and implement, evaluate, and promote the Work Therapy component of ATCWA’s residential alcohol and drug addiction faith-based program.....

About Us

Adult & Teen Challenge WA Inc (ATCWA) is a not-for-profit organisation that exists to put Hope in Reach of those wanting to be free from addiction, transforming their lives together with their family and the community. Its key program aims to prepare Grace Academy students (clients in the program) to take an active role in shaping their lives and futures, to remain free from drug, alcohol and other addictions and to prepare them for the challenges and complexities of this day and age.

Facilities Maintenance

The primary responsibility of the Facilities Maintenance & Work Therapy Coordinator is to perform general building and property maintenance, and to coordinate and communicate with outside contractors when required. The incumbent is responsible for completion of facilities work and oversee work therapy performed by clients. Duties will include tending to the utility systems, performing routine maintenance activities, notifying management of a need for repairs. Additionally, they shall ensure that the grounds are maintained appropriately and must be knowledgeable about Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, the proper use and administration of PPE, and WHS.

Work Therapy Coordinator

The primary responsibility of the Work Therapy Coordinator is to implement, evaluate, and promote the Work Therapy component of ATCWA’s residential alcohol and drug addiction faith-based program. The incumbent is responsible for the Work Therapy supervision of all clients enrolled in the Grace Academy program. Responsibilities include ensuring clients are assigned and scheduled to appropriate Work Therapy tasks, promoting and ensuring the health and safety of clients, training and orientating new and/or reinstated clients on proper work procedures, cultivating a respectful atmosphere and work ethic with Biblically based expectations, while mentoring and guiding clients on a daily basis. A working knowledge of the Bible is essential to effectively mentor and guide clients within this faith-based context.

Job comes with Salary, Super and accommodation (This is a live on-site position). Accommodation options will be discussed depending on needs.