Community Support Position
This role is focused on supporting individuals in a residential setting, promoting their recovery and life goals.
The Community Support Worker will be involved in scheduled program activities, participating as a role model and providing mentoring and support to help residents achieve their recovery and life goals.
* Key Responsibilities:
* Knowledge and promotion of the Therapeutic Community model of recovery for drug & alcohol residential treatment.
* Application and maintenance of Therapeutic Community fundamentals:
o Community as Method
o Staged Approach
o Holistic & Multidimensional approach
o Encounter system
* Knowledge and use of data gathering tools as well as assessment instruments
* Ensure client records are updated and current, using the Client Management System and hardcopy client files where necessary.
* Understanding Social Learning vs. Didactic learning (teacher-centred method of instruction in which teachers deliver and students receive lessons)
* Maintaining accurate client records in various formats, including in the Client Management System
* Understanding the relationship between Belonging and Individuality
* Understanding and Discouraging the 'We-They' Dichotomy
* Requirements:
* Knowledge, understanding and experience working in Therapeutic Community
* Knowledge, understanding and experience using and promoting the 'Community as Method' philosophy in a TC context.
* Commitment to upholding HOPE's vision, mission, and values.
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate well with people across all levels in society.
* Able to problem solve sensitive issues and manage difficult interpersonal disputes.
* Ability to work well with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
* Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.
* Ability and willingness to engage in outdoor work and recreational activities.
* Ability to use a computer for reporting and record keeping.
* Knowledge and understanding of co-occurring alcohol and other drugs / mental health problems and interventions to address them (or willingness to undertake training).
* An understanding of and adherence to working within personal and professional boundaries
Benefits:
* Salary packaging benefits
* Discounts with a major health insurance provider
* We offer employees and their family members access to a confidential, and professional counselling service.
About You:
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
* Strong organisational skills
* Excellent communication skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time