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Alcohol & other drugs support worker

Uniting Vic.Tas
Support Worker
Posted: 13 June
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525599Warrenheip, VIC, 3352Alcohol & DrugsCasualOpening at: Jun 11 2025 - 14:10 AESTCasual positions based in WarrenheipProvide support to clients attending the serviceCommunicate and build supportive relationships with clientsAbout the opportunityIn this casual role, as AOD Support Worker, you will actively contribute to the provision of a safe and hospitable environment for young people voluntarily seeking withdrawal and/or respite from the acute use of alcohol and/or other drugs.As a Key Member Of The Team, You WillProvide counselling and other therapeutic interventions to young people undertaking withdrawal.Assist in the development of Individual treatment plans, make appropriate referrals for clients during treatment, complete discharge summaries and other administration tasks.Assist with meal preparation and ordering, general maintenance of the facility such as making beds, undertake laundry duties and transport clients when required.Delivery of medications as per program policy.View The Full Position Description Here .What’s on offerJoin an organisation where we don’t just provide a service. We use our connections, our size, our scale, and our knowledge to push into places where we feel like we should be doing more.In addition to 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 YouThe ideal candidate will have a relevant Health and/or Welfare Tertiary Qualification such as Social Work, Psychology, Allied Health Sciences, as well as:Certificate IV in AOD or have completed the core competenciesCompetencies in dual diagnosisExperience in developing individual treatment plans, post withdrawal and discharge planning.Experience delivering group work.Experience working with people with AOD and/or Mental Health issues.Sound knowledge and understanding of screening, assessment and community-based treatment for all clients with AOD and mental health issues.Sound understanding of alcohol and other drug withdrawal.Thorough understanding of the harm minimisation framework.How to applyClick 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 Olivia Whykes, Team Leader via email – olivia.whykes@vt.uniting.orgAbout UnitingAt 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.orgUniting 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.
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