AOD Practice Support Worker (Aboriginal identified)
Job No:
79333
Location:
Orange, NSW
Lyndon is seeking an experienced Alcohol and Other Drugs Practice Support Worker to join their organisation based in Orange, NSW, on a full-time basis.
If you’re an experienced AOD Worker interested in driving change throughout your local community, Lyndon would love to hear from you.
Please note: This position is an identified role and as such, only candidates who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander may apply. This position is exempt under Section 14 of the Ant- Discrimination Act.
So, who are we looking for?
Lyndon is seeking someone who has:
- Tertiary qualifications in Health, Community, Welfare, AOD or related fields;
- Demonstrated prior experience working in AOD field;
- The ability to develop, deliver, and evaluate presentations and training to clinical professionals, community groups, and individuals;
- An understanding of Aboriginal communities and culture, with the ability to work in a culturally sensitive manner;
- A current NSW driver’s licence; and
- The ability to travel.
What will you be doing?
Working alongside the Murdi Paaki Drug and Alcohol Network Program Manager, Lyndon Deputy CEO, and Senior D&A Educator, the Alcohol and Other Drugs Practice Support Worker plays a vital role in implementing and reviewing education programs aimed at health service providers to assist them in minimising the harmful effects of substance use and misuse among local Aboriginal communities.
In brief, some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Developing relationships with key stakeholders within the community, including health service providers, community groups, and key community members;
- Facilitating access to culturally appropriate drug and alcohol resources to support practice;
- Training and supporting staff in methods for screening, early detection and management of substance misuse; and
- Providing training to members of local Aboriginal communities on substance use and misuse disorders, including health promotion, prevention, early intervention, and community development programs.
Interested in finding out more? You can download a full version of the position description here.
What are the rewards?
Aside from the chance to work within a pivotal community program and help impact the health outcomes of local Aboriginal communities, this position presents a wealth of benefits and opportunity.
In recognition for your dedication and hard work, you’ll be offered a competitive remuneration package circa $68,000 - $75,000 plus super and salary packaging options to the value of $16,050! You’ll also gain access to a company car for work use, alongside being provided with a phone and laptop.
Flexible working options are also available to ensure you establish the perfect work/life balance. Importantly, you’ll be provided with ongoing training and professional development opportunities, as well as regular supervision to support your career.
About the Organisation
Lyndon is a non-government organisation providing alcohol and other drug treatment and services in residential and non-residential programs. The organisation provides residential services in Orange and outreach programs to much of the Central West, the Blue Mountains, the Murdi Paaki Region (West and Far West NSW), and Bega on the South Coast of NSW.
Spanning a wide variety of detoxification, support services, counselling, intervention, education and professional development programs, Lyndon has a strong commitment to providing high-quality care and support in the communities in which they are based, driven to achieving the best outcomes for their clients through continued research and ongoing development of industry partnerships.
It is the Lyndon's mission to provide accessible, high quality drug and alcohol services to reduce the risk of harm and improve the health and wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.
About Murdi Paaki Drug and Alcohol Network
The Murdi Paaki Drug and Alcohol Network (MPDAN) is a partnership between Lyndon, the Maari Ma Health Aboriginal Corporation (Broken Hill), Bourke Aboriginal Health Service, Coonamble Aboriginal Health Service and Walgett Aboriginal Medical Service. Each partner receives recurrent funding from Commonwealth Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet under a Council of Australian Governments initiative to reduce the harm done by alcohol and other drugs to Aboriginal communities. The Murdi Paaki Drug & Alcohol Network's Hub in Orange focuses on improving access to specialist drug and alcohol knowledge and supporting existing primary health care services, to provide evidence-informed and culturally appropriate health promotion, prevention, early intervention, treatment and care, through workforce development, capacity building and community development strategies. Clinical services are provided by the Aboriginal health and medical services at the Network sites.
The Network aims to:
- Support Aboriginal Health and Medical Services, community health services and general practitioners in the region to provide better treatment and care to Aboriginal people and families with drug and alcohol problems, within their own community.
This is an opportunity to join a committed and passionate organisation in the provision of community support services and witness direct positive impact on service provision and the greater community - APPLY NOW!