Uniting Vic.Tas together with our partners: Gippsland and East Gippsland Aboriginal Co-operative (GEGAC) are seeking a Youth AOD Program Counsellor to join our Traralgon Youth AOD Residential Rehabilitation program.

Working in a full-time capacity, you will contribute to the provision of a safe and hospitable environment and rehabilitation for young people participating in residential AOD rehabilitation.

The scope of the role includes completing intake and assessment, as well as waitlist management for the four (4) allocated Youth withdrawal beds that are located at Traralgon and Coburg as well as the waitlist.

You will also facilitate transport for young people to get to or from these locations as well as provide pre-admission counselling, making sure the young people are treatment ready for residential rehabilitation and completing referrals to other services if rehabilitation is not appropriate.

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What’s on offer

Investment in your career through ongoing professional development. We’re willing to invest in your development with dedicated training for the successful candidate.

An opportunity to be involved in project opportunities across the broader AOD, MH & Carer Services division.

Autonomy and ownership of the role to really make a mark. Supported by situational leadership that adapts to meet your needs and guide you where necessary.

In addition to receiving a salary and superannuation, you’ll also receive 17.5% leave loading and access to the full $15,900 salary packaging benefits. There is also an option for additional purchased leave to increase your annual leave entitlements.

About you

To be successful in the role, the ideal candidate will have:

• Relevant health and or welfare Tertiary Qualification such as Social Work, Youth Work, Psychology, Nursing or Allied Health, Mental Health, Community Services.
• Certificate IV in AOD or have completed the core competencies
• Familiarity with the Alcohol and Other Drug Sector, knowledge of the relationship with the Forensic AOD System and Central Intake Services.
• Demonstrated ability to provide safe environments for children and young people and protect them from abuse and neglect.
• Knowledge of and experience (preferred) in developing individual treatment plans, post withdrawal and discharge planning.
• Experience delivering group work (preferred).
• Experience working with people with AOD and/or Mental Health issues.

How to apply

Click APPLY to submit your interest and we’ll be in touch shortly. We’ll be reviewing applications as they come through as we’re keen to engage with someone.

If you have questions about the opportunity, please contact Kelly Faulkner – Acting Manager on 0459 417 473

About Uniting

At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.

Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org 

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.