- Make a difference in people’s lives
- Have impact working for a purpose driven organisation
- Attractive Salary Packaging options available, increasing your take home pay
Welcome to Windana Drug and Alcohol Recovery LTD
We are a leading Victorian-based drug and alcohol treatment organisation. For more than 30 years, we have been helping people rebuild their lives in a safe, caring environment, supporting our clients wherever they are in the recovery process.
We have an exciting opportunity for a AOD Family Program Case Worker to join our Community Services team based in St Kilda on a part-time basis working 22.8 hours per week.
The Program
The Community Services Program delivers a range of Alcohol and Drug (AOD) treatment services including: Intake and assessment, Counselling, Care and Recovery Coordination (CRC), Family Services, a Therapeutic Day Program, Complementary Therapies and Art Therapy.
The Opportunity
The AOD Family Caseworker position will provide services including case work and group facilitation for families. Family case work will be offered to families impacted by substance use. The role supports parents and families through the delivery of a range of interventions and models including outreach support, therapeutic and psycho educational group work, case work and family outings.
The focus is on increasing Windana’s capacity for Family Inclusive Practice, across a range of our programs including our Youth Withdrawal Unit, Adult Withdrawal Unit and Therapeutic Community Programs.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counselling or nursing
- Certificate IV in AOD (or Four AOD Competencies for applicants with health-related diploma and above degrees) OR the commitment to complete studies whilst in employment
- Experience in working with families and children with complex needs, including alcohol and other drug issues using an empathic and non-judgmental approach
- Experience in facilitating psycho-educational and therapeutic groups and training/information
sessions with the ability to de-escalate situations using appropriate strategies - Demonstrated planning and organisational skills.
To see the full list of responsibilities and the key selection criteria please download the PD.
Please note regular travel is required to our Maryknoll Therapeutic Community Site.
What we can offer you!
- Competitive salary, plus salary packaging!
- On-going support and professional training
- Great career development opportunities.
- Access to our EAP Program
- Join a fun, passionate, supportive, and inclusive team of people – who will support you at every turn!
The successful candidate will be part of a detailed induction and onboarding program with on-going support that will equip you with all the tools and knowledge necessary to thrive within the role and company.
Applications
Please APPLY NOW and attach your resume and a separate cover letter, addressing the selection criteria (no more than one page)
Please note there is no closing date for this role and shortlisting will occur on a rolling basis, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Additional requirements
Please be advised that Windana adheres to Government mandates in relation to COVID-19.
A valid Working with Children Check is mandatory for this position and a police check will be administered for preferred candidates.
We are a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer.
To apply for this job go to: https://windana.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6140627.
Applications close 21 November 2022