Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Worker
Job No:
132677
Location:
Lilydale, Melbourne
- Are you an experienced AOD worker, health worker, or similar looking for a chance to work with a well-established Aboriginal controlled organisation?
- Flexible part-time role (0.6FTE) implementing creative & collaborative strategies to reduce the harm associated with alcohol & other drugs
- Competitive remuneration package plus up to $15,999 salary sacrificing, with ongoing training/professional development opportunities
About the Organisation
Established in 2006, Boorndawan Willam Aboriginal Healing Service (BWAHS) provides a range of services and programs to Aboriginal individuals and families who are experiencing, at risk of experiencing family violence, or use violence. Currently BWAHS is one of 4 Aboriginal specific state funded healing services in Victoria.
BWAHS has skilled qualified staff and comprehensive experience with culturally safe delivery of child, youth and family services for Aboriginal people. They provide family violence risk assessment, safety planning, case co-ordination and support including referrals to the Risk Assessment Management Panel. They have developed an excellent record for providing high quality family violence and trauma informed Intensive Case Management, Integrated Family Services responses and evidence-based therapeutic programs to individuals and groups for a whole of family approach.
Boorndawan Willam derives from the Wathaurong and Woiwurrung languages. Boorndawan (Wathaurong) meaning ‘safe’ and Willam (Woiwurrung) meaning ‘house’, combine to create a ‘safe house’. The healing service acknowledges the use of these words in the development of the organisations name.
About the Opportunity
BWAHS is currently looking for an AOD Worker to join the team our office in Lilydale, Melbourne. This is a part-time role (0.6 FTE), with flexibility regarding working hours/days, according to your needs.
Reporting to the Men’s Service Manager, you will be providing case coordination and outreach services to minimise harm associated with the use of methamphetamine (ice), alcohol and other drugs, implementing collaborative and creative strategies for change that help to build the capacity of communities and mainstream AOD services.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Delivering culturally appropriate outreach services, education, counselling and support to individuals, families and community members;
- Conducting comprehensive assessments to determine the complexity of individual cases and ascertain information on substance abuse, history, mental health and risk;
- Collaborating with relevant BWAHS staff to support the needs of Aboriginal clients or families and target at-risk clients through assertive outreach;
- Building the capacity of external organisations to identify, and provide effective treatment and support for, those with ice and other AOD issues;
- Participating in regular clinical supervision as negotiated with the Men’s Service Manager; and
- Delivering evidence-based psychosocial interventions, including cognitive behavioural therapies, community reinforcement therapy, contingency management, motivational enhancement therapy and social behavioural therapy.
About You
To be considered for this role you will need a tertiary qualification or demonstrated experience in AOD or a related sector.
You will need a clear understanding of the history of intergenerational trauma, including the issues underpinning family violence and therapeutic interventions in an Aboriginal cultural context.
It's crucial that you are an approachable and empathetic communicator, capable of adapting your approach to each individual, and able to engage with men and families of varying ages, stages and situations, who have multiple and complex needs.
You'll be able to work both autonomously and as part of a diverse, driven team, confident creating and maintaining strong relationships with other service providers or relevant organisations, and supporting strong positive connection between participants and their families, culture, Country and Community, to promote healing and recovery.
Finally, you will need to demonstrate a practical understanding of the legislative, policy, and practice requirements relating to Aboriginal children, families, and communities impacted by family violence and be able to work within these requirements, as well as use a range of basic computer programs.
Please note: You will need to hold or be willing to obtain a current National Police Check and Working with Children Check. You will also need a current Driver's License.
About the Benefits
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation dedicated to supporting vulnerable men, children, and families and ultimately eliminating the impacts of trauma and abuse in the community. You will finish each day knowing that you have made a genuine, positive difference to the communities supported by the program.
In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a highly attractive remuneration package, commensurate with your skills and experience, plus super and salary packaging up to $15,999.
As a growing organisation, BWAHS offers great job security, and is committed to investing in their staff, with ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Finally, you'll also benefit from a fantastic work/life balance, with flexible part-time hours to work around your needs, and the potential for flexible work arrangements.
This is a rare opportunity to support vulnerable men and make a real, positive difference in their lives and the wider community - Apply Now!
Applications close 26 March 2021.