The program details:

The Linking Youth and Families Together (LYFT) Program aims to reduce problematic alcohol and other drug use amongst young people and the adverse effects on them and their families.  The program does this by providing information, support and family inclusive therapeutic treatment as well as linkages to other community supports.

In addition Anglicare is partnered with Taskforce in providing a comprehensive range of coordinated, therapeutic AOD recovery and treatment services for adults and their significant others across Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula.

Your role:

This position is a dual role of a LYFT worker and Adult AOD Care Recovery Coordinator (CRC). The purpose of the LYFT role be delivering a service to young people and their families in supporting the young person in reducing their problematic alcohol and drug use. The purpose of the Adult AOD CRC role is to provide a service to Adults experiencing AOD related harms, which would include conducting assessments and coordinating care and recovery treatment plans. These plans will assist in the intervention of changing harmful behaviours and increasing their capacity to effectively manage the issues associated with AOD use.

The skills you will use day to day:

• Contemporary practice approaches in the alcohol and other drug sector.
• Application of systemic theory and practice techniques in therapy with families, with specific emphasis on adolescents and their parents. 
• Working with a range of people and organisations (including specific work groups such as Aboriginal, CALD and Forensic clients)
• Self-management and practice high level organisational skills such as time management and self-direction

Qualifications:

A relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology or related discipline, with minimum competencies in Alcohol and Other Drugs.

Please Note: It is mandatory for the successful applicant to hold a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to commencement. AV employees are required to either be fully vaccinated against COVID 19 or have a medical exemption. AV will require evidence that you are compliant with these requirements.

What you need to know:

• A salary at SCHCADS level 6 which is $96,000-$102,000 plus super
• Flexible through the increments up to 6.3 (dependent upon experience)
• Based at our office in Frankston
• Access to discounted health insurance, free Employee Assistance, Salary Packaging and a range of other employment benefits supporting your physical and mental health
• Anglicare Victoria are leaders in the industry
• A commitment to professional development, training, support with mandatory therapeutic training
• A culture of inclusivity and resilience
• Recognition as innovators
• Our Rainbow Tick Accreditation

Ready to take the next step:

Click apply and submit your resume with a cover letter that describes your passion for working within the AOD field with young people and their families.

For a detailed Position Description click here:  PD – LYFT & CRC – SOUTH – Sept 2022.docx

For further enquiries contact Grenville Wise, Alternative Care & Support Services Program Manager on 03 9781 6700

Applications close: Monday 3rd October 

The advert is only meant to be an overview, for all the details on what makes this such a unique and interesting teaching position you need to call or email Paul Ridley, Recruitment Specialist on 03 9412 6078 or email [email protected]

Anglicare Victoria acknowledges Aboriginal people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we operate. We commit to working respectfully to honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to this country.

Diversity and inclusivity are important to Anglicare Victoria and we are committed to ensuring our workplace and services reflect this.  Everyone is welcome at Anglicare Victoria, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation and physical ability.