Goldfields Community Alcohol & Drug Services Manager
Job No:
58436
Location:
Kalgoorlie, WA
- Are you a health professional experienced in AOD programs and ready to take on an exciting new challenge? Read on!
- Contribute to the strategy and direction of a vital health service!
- Benefit from real professional development opportunities in this expanding and innovative organisation!
- Competitive remuneration package of $70K plus salary packaging and initial accommodation support!
- Relocation assistance negotiable for the right candidate!
About the Organisation
Hope Community Services is a not-for-profit, faith-based organisation operating from a Christian heritage. Their focus is on providing support services to people affected by alcohol and drugs, and with the support of numerous dedicated health professionals, staff and volunteers, the organisation has served regional areas of Western Australian for more than 100 years. During this time, Hope Community Services has positively affected the lives of thousands of individuals through their counselling, outreach services, education programs and fundraising ventures.
The organisation currently operates services throughout the metropolitan, outer metropolitan and regional areas of WA, including Kelmscott and Armadale, Northbridge and Joondalup, Geraldton, Kalgoorlie, Esperance and Port Hedland.
About Life in Kalgoorlie
The City of Kalgoorlie is the hub of the Western Australian Goldfields region and offers one of the best lifestyles available in regional Australia. With a population of over 30,000 people, the city is a dynamic and sophisticated regional centre with first class amenities and facilities.
Whether you're taking in the cultural offerings of the Goldfields Art Centre, admiring the diverse flora and fauna on a bush walk through Karlkurla Park or enjoying the sunshine and live music at the "Sunset at the Soundshell" outdoor concert series, Kalgoorlie is a great place to live, work and play.
About the Opportunity
Hope Community Services has an exciting opportunity for a hands-on Goldfields Community Alcohol & Drug Services Manager (GCADS Manager) to join their dedicated and supportive team in Kalgoorlie.
Reporting to the Manager (Goldfields Services) and managing a team of nine, this senior clinical role will be responsible for the provision of team leadership and coordination, as well as direct service provision in the areas of counselling, education and support to individuals affected by alcohol and/or other drugs.
Key responsibilities of the role include (but are not limited to):
- Developing and coordinating services that fall into the AOD area of Goldfields Services;
- Providing education, support, advocacy, case management, screening/assessment and referrals to individuals, the community and other agencies;
- Coordinating care plans and associated meetings;
- Promoting clinical staff development, training and mentoring;
- Compiling progress reports and providing these to referring agencies, practitioners and funding bodies where appropriate;
- Identifying opportunities to better integrate services in the area; and
- Compiling well-presented and timely reports, documentation and data as needed.
This is an exciting opportunity for a patient leader with a passion for working with those affected by alcohol and other drugs.
To be successful, you'll require either a tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology or a similar allied health discipline or extensive experience in a similar role. You'll have demonstrated experience in the provision and coordination of relevant clinical services relating to alcohol and other drugs, such as counselling and group / family work, and have experience in leading/coordinating a team. Importantly, you'll have knowledge and understanding of the complexities of alcohol and other drug and co-occurring health issues, including responding to crises and high risk situations.
Hope Community Services is seeking applications from confident, proven leaders who have the capacity to manage and develop high-performing teams. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are key to this, and will aid the successful candidate in developing strong partnerships and networks with services, agencies and other stakeholders. Importantly, you'll have a calm disposition along with excellent problem-solving abilities and organisation skills, ensuring you effectively manage your workload and make good decisions in what can be a high pressure environment.
A current unrestricted driver's licence is a requirement of this role, and candidates will be expected to undertake a National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check prior to commencing work. To download the full position description, please click here.
About the Benefits
If you're looking for a role that you can make your own, this is the opportunity for you! You'll be able to bring your passion for helping those affected by alcohol and other drugs to an established and innovative organisation and be actively involved in its direction and growth.
With this role's focus on improving and expanding such an integral and necessary service, you'll be ideally placed to take advantage of the organisation's regular succession planning. This role has real potential for a candidate looking to eventually move into more senior roles!
The successful applicant will be rewarded with a competitive remuneration package of $70K plus salary packaging and initial accommodation support! For the right candidate, relocation assistance is also negotiable.
You'll love working within the organisation's close-knit and highly supportive team while you directly contribute to the health and well-being of the Kalgoorlie community!
Bring your passion for leadership and community health to this pivotal role enacting real change! Apply Now!