Drug & Alcohol Workers (Caseworkers and Coordinator)
Job No:
89454
Location:
Tenterfield, Inverell, and Glen Innes, NSW
- Multiple positions available for experienced Drug and Alcohol Workers!
- Identified and non-identified positions
- Enjoy true job satisfaction in these highly rewarding roles!
- Competitive remuneration plus salary sacrificing options!
About the Organisation
Armajun Aboriginal Health Service is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service (ACCHS) managed by members of the local Aboriginal communities based in Inverell, NSW with outreach services located in Glen Innes, Armidale, Tenterfield, and Tingha.
Armajun Aboriginal Health Service offers culturally appropriate Aboriginal health care services including Drug and Alcohol Support, GP services, and Dental services. The organisation also promotes the healthy lifestyles, well-being, and good health of the community by providing comprehensive and holistic services.
With the participation and support of the community, Armajun Aboriginal Health Service aims to be recognised as leaders in holistic health care for Aboriginal people.
About the Opportunity
Armajun Aboriginal Health Services now has multiple full-time roles available for experienced Drug and Alcohol Caseworkers (identified positions) and a passionate Drug and Alcohol Coordinator to work across their Tenterfield, Inverell, and Glen Innes office hubs.
Drug and Alcohol Caseworker (Identified)
As a Drug and Alcohol Caseworker, you will be responsible for providing and supporting access to a range of drug and alcohol services in the community, both on an outreach basis and from the Hub location. You will also advocate on behalf of clients and refer and integrate clients for client centred related services.
Your key duties will include (but will not be limited to):
- Working cooperatively with all members of the Drug and Alcohol Team to ensure the provision of culturally appropriate assessment, referral, counselling, and group work;
- Developing holistic care plans, including monitoring, reviewing and discharging, tailored to individual client needs; and
- Monitoring, evaluating, and documenting in client files.
To be successful in this role you will hold a Certificate IV drugs and alcohol, welfare, social work, or equivalent. You will also have demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal people and community.
*Aboriginality is a genuine occupational requirement of this position, exemptions claimed under Section 14D of the Anti-Discrimination Act, NSW 1977.
Drug and Alcohol Coordinator
Reporting to the Program Manager, as a Drug and Alcohol Coordinator, you will be responsible coordinating and providing a range of evidence-based drug and alcohol treatment and support services, including direct clinical services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, both on an outreach basis and from the Hub location. You will also provide support to a dedicated team of AOD caseworkers to ensure services are being provided and implemented in line with the organisational framework.
Your key duties will include (but will not be limited to):
- Promoting linkages with broader health services, including mental health services, to support integrated treatment and referral pathways;
- Providing case management involving individual assessment and the development and implementation of individual case plans; and
- Ensuring prevention of severe withdrawal complications, such as medical or psychiatric conditions and the risk of overdose following withdrawal.
To be successful in this role you will hold a tertiary qualification in a health or welfare discipline and be eligible for membership or registration with an appropriate professional body. You will also have demonstrated experience in staff supervision, support, and training. Candidates with previous experience working in rural primary health care in an Aboriginal community will be highly regarded.
This is not an Aboriginal Identified Position however, Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
Please note: Candidates are required to hold a current driver's license for each position and have the ability to travel overnight within the region if required.
Both positions require candidates who are effective communicators, who are passionate and enthusiastic leaders, and display a strong understanding of service planning within a multidisciplinary health service delivery model.
About the Benefits
In return for your hard work and dedication, you will receive an attractive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience plus salary sacrificing options!
You will also enjoy working as part of a close-knit supportive team. You will be provided with regular support from your direct supervisors via the phone and scheduled face-to-face meetings. You will also have the opportunity to attend group sessions and training days as a team unit.
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