Aboriginal Youth Support Worker: Alcohol & Other Drugs
Job No:
19524
Location:
Bourke, NSW
About the Organisation
Bourke Aboriginal Health Service is an Aboriginal community controlled health organisation that offers confidential services to support the health and wellbeing of Bourke community members and those in surrounding areas. Bourke Aboriginal Health Service provides clinical services and support programs, including a drug and alcohol service and a sexual health promotion program.
Why Work in Bourke
Located 789 km northwest of Sydney, Bourke is a thriving country town situated on the Darling River. Bourke has a population of approximately 4,000 and a sense of prosperity which is the result of its geographic importance as the centre of a large wool, cotton and citrus area.
Bourke hosts a variety of attractions, accommodation, restaurants, health and education services, recreation, children's facilities and sporting clubs.
Bourke is loved for its friendly locals, incredible history and natural wonders. It's simply a great place to live and work!
About the Opportunity
Bourke Aboriginal Health Service has a unique opportunity for an Aboriginal Youth Support Worker with a focus on Alcohol & Other Drugs to join its dedicated team in Bourke, NSW.
Within this varied role, you will take an active role in developing the capacity of the BAHS and other service providers to respond effectively to the needs of the Aboriginal young people and their communities experiencing problems with substance misuse.
This is a role in which the successful applicant must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification for this position, as authorised under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW.
Some of your specific responsibilities will include:
- Helping to identify and qualify local youth health needs, and improving service delivery to the youth of Bourke in the area of substance misuse;
- Supporting the development of strategies to help prevent substance misuse problems within the youth community;
- Advocating for the delivery of enhanced alcohol and other drug services in the region including improved access to culturally appropriate treatment, detoxification and rehabilitation services;
- Providing alcohol and other drug services and support to the youth of Bourke with complex life issues and who present with at risk behaviour;
- Liaising with relevant community organisations, support workers and individuals in relation to the case management, crisis and protective interventions of the group; and
- Providing up to date information regarding youth AOD Health Care trends in the local region.
This is an exciting opportunity to become a vital part of a holistic and culturally appropriate health care program that ensures young Aboriginal people living in the Bourke area and Shire receive health care, support, education, advice, information and assistance.
Bourke Aboriginal Health Service is seeking a candidate with relevant qualifications and experience in Primary Health Care, including a background that involves providing assessments, interventions, group facilitation and support to young people and others, utilising a range of activity based and/or therapeutic interventions. You will also require a demonstrated understanding of current issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with regard to substance misuse.
Substantial experience in working with young people with challenging behaviours is important, as is the ability to provide interventions that maximise a young person's strengths, capabilities and integrity in an empathetic and non-judgemental manner.
The organisation is eager to receive applications from individuals who are passionate about making a difference within a multi-disciplinary environment, while continually seeking an original way to improve services and enhance community health. You will demonstrate excellent communication and listening skills with a commitment to non-discriminatory workplace practices.
Additional requirements include a current driver's licence, up-to-date first aid and CPR certificate, criminal history check, and 'working with children' clearance.
You will be welcomed to the organisation with a formal orientation program and ongoing support for your first three months, followed by enrolment in relevant tertiary courses and a range of professional development, clinical supervision, cultural mentoring and networking opportunities, meaning you will be actively encouraged to advance your career every step of the way!
The successful applicant will be rewarded with an attractive salary circa $814.60 - $944.10 per week, commensurate with your experience and qualifications. You will receive a full orientation upon arrival, and will receive ongoing professional training with an organisation that actively supports your career development.
Further benefits include:
- Five weeks annual leave;
- Salary sacrifice options;
- Uniforms and uniform laundry allowance; and
- Sociable working hours (Mon - Fri, 8.00am - 5.00pm) plus the ability to accrue RDO's.
Finally, you will have the opportunity to work in a beautiful country location, with a dedicated and passionate team - plus, you'll receive immense job satisfaction, contributing to the health and well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.
