Kamira Alcohol and Other Drug Treatment Services Inc.
www.kamira.com.au
Allied Health Workers Position: Psychologist, Social Worker, Counsellor
Case Manager
32 – 38 hours per week with a rotating on call roster
Join an organisation dedicated to providing AOD treatment to women across NSW.
About Kamira
Kamira Alcohol and Other Drug Treatment Services Inc provides residential treatment options for women, pregnant women, and women with children from across New South Wales who are experiencing problematic alcohol and/or other drug use. We are situated on the NSW Central Coast on Darkinjung Country. In recognition of the trauma caused by colonisation, Aboriginal women are prioritised for treatment and account for more than 50% of admissions.
About the Opportunity
Kamira has an opportunity for a methodical Case Manager to join their professional team in Wyong, NSW, for 32 – 38 hours per week.
Reporting to the Clinical Director, you will be primarily responsible for improving client physical and mental health outcomes through the provision of evidence based AOD treatment interventions. You will also be responsible for enhancing relationships and improving social outcomes for clients, their children, and family.
Specifically, your duties will include (but not be limited to):
- Providing assessment, referral, individualised treatment plans, group facilitation, and counselling for clients
- Developing a trusting and authentic rapport with all clients
- Ensuring effective communication pathways exist between yourself and all staff
- Frequently liaising with key referral bodies and stakeholders
- Assisting in the development of policies and procedures, quality improvement activities and collation and reporting of statistics
- Helping to identify, report and minimise risks
- Participating in Clinical Team Meetings, quarterly Planning Meetings and Treatment Planning Meetings
About You
We’re looking for a new team member who:
- Has a relevant degree in Social Work, Psychology, Social Sciences or a related discipline, along with experience with individual case management
- Has high level administrative and operational skills, as well as the ability to contribute to organisational objectives in a service delivery environment
- Has experience working in a multi-disciplinary team, along with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, as you will be engaging with clients and staff across all levels
- Will act as a positive role model for others, with the ability to work in a team and follow the organisation’s guidelines
- Has high level organisational skills and experience in managing competing priorities effectively
Kamira considers being a woman as a genuine occupational qualification for this position under section 31 of the Anti-discrimination Act.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women are encouraged to apply.
It is a requirement of employment that all staff are up to date with all vaccinations, including Pertussis, Influenza, Tetanus, and Covid – 19.
About the benefits
You will enjoy working in a friendly, social team, with plenty of variety in your day to day work. We provide initial training and support for ongoing professional development. In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package, plus options of salary sacrifice and 6 weeks annual leave.
Your application will need to include:
- A letter about your qualifications and experience relevant to this role
- Your CV
Apply now by sending your application to [email protected]
We look forward to hearing from you.
Applications close Tuesday 4th October, 5pm.
Kamira is a smoke free environment
www.kamira.com.au