AOD Reintegrated Case Worker South West Aboriginal Medical Service

JOB DESCRIPTION

The STEPS program works in partnership with the Department of Corrections to provide integrated through care support. The AOD Reintegration Service is designed to achieve a positive, prosocial, recovery orientated culture and service, where people leaving prison are well supported to transition back into the community.

The AOD Reintegration Case Worker will be responsible for facilitating and developing recovery case plans and reintegration services for participants of the STEPS Program, a partnership between Palmerston and Southwest Aboriginal Medical Service (SWAMS), in line with the Department of Justice Case Management plan.

The role will input into the design and deliver a range of support programs in both pre and post release settings

Specific requirements of this position include but are not limited to;

Essential Criteria

  • Preference given to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants.
  • Hold, or be working toward a relevant tertiary qualification in social, behavioral or health sciences or hold experience of an equivalent nature.
  • Relevant case worker experience with demonstrated understanding of AOD recovery, person-centered, recovery focused and trauma informed and strength-based principles.
  • Must have an integrated understanding in how to work effectively with Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander people.
  • Experience in developing and delivering education and training or educational group programs.
  • A positive attitude towards working with people from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups.
  • Ability to model positive behaviours, emotional maturity, coping skills, and resilience.
  • Good interpersonal and effective communication skills and the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Experience and ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
  • A valid driver’s license.

Desirable Criteria

  • Experience in an AOD therapeutic community environment or justice environment is considered advantageous.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the community as method model of care.

All candidates must have a current WA Driver’s License, WWCC and will be required to undertake a National Police Check prior to beginning employment.

The preferred candidate will also be required to provide a clear drug and alcohol screen prior to offer of employment.

SWAMS offers above award wages, salary sacrificing and packaging options, generous uniform allowance, professional development opportunities and a flexible and autonomous working environment.

For Information

For further information about this position, please telephone Human Resources on (08) 9797 8111 during normal business hours.

To Apply

To apply for this role please forward your Letter of application, addressing the selection criteria and your current CV to HR@SWAMS.com.au or please visit www.swams.com.au ‘Careers’ and follow the online application process

Applications must be received by 5pm Wednesday, 11th of October 2023

SWAMS reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement prior to the stated closing date

JOB SUMMARY

Organisation

South West Aboriginal Medical Service

Job Salary

Full time

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