Alcohol & Other Drugs (AOD) Program Facilitator
Job No: GH00974
Location: Ravenhall
Opportunity to join the Provider of Healthcare Services to Public Prisons across Victoria as an AOD Program Facilitator.
Salary: $90,000.00 – $96,000.00 + Super (depending on experience) for Full Time.
2 Full time roles available at Melbourne Remand Center.
GEO Healthcare provides primary healthcare to men in Public Prisons across Victoria. Working within a multidisciplinary team consisting of psychologists, social workers and occupational therapists, the AOD Program Facilitators contribute to the screening, assessment and intervention of AOD concerns for people in custody.
The Facilitator has a particular focus on harm minimisation and facilitates programs and services that support and promote awareness of harm reduction strategies. Through group facilitation, the aim is to increase the self-efficacy of prisoners engaged in the service, through development of effective coping strategies and relapse prevention planning.
Responsibilities
* Screen, assess and intervene on AOD concerns for people in custody.
* Collaborate with psychologists, social workers and occupational therapists within a multidisciplinary team.
* Facilitate harm minimisation education and person-centred care for individuals with AOD concerns and dual diagnosis.
* Lead group programs focused on drug awareness, harm reduction and relapse prevention.
* Complete quality client case notes, treatment summaries and reports, and enter data into information management systems.
* Maintain communication and positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
* Support professional development through further training, supervision and mentoring.
Qualifications
* Relevant tertiary health qualification such as social work, counselling, psychology, nursing, or a Certificate IV in AOD, Diploma in AOD, or equivalent extensive experience in the AOD sector.
* Experience in AOD assessment, harm minimisation education, and person-centred care and recovery-focused support for people with AOD concerns and dual diagnosis.
* Contemporary knowledge of AOD harm minimisation principles and strategies.
* Ability to work to a schedule and commit to meeting Key Performance Indicators.
* Experience facilitating group programs with a focus on drug awareness, harm reduction, and relapse prevention.
* Experience completing quality client case notes, treatment summaries and reports and entering data into information management systems.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to build and maintain positive collegial and stakeholder relationships.
* A commitment to professional development through participation in further training, supervision and mentoring.
* Knowledge of the Victorian Criminal Justice System including the role of the Courts, prisons, parole and community corrections.
* Ability to work collaboratively with others both cross-agency and as part of a multidisciplinary team of professionals.
* Experience providing AOD services in correctional environments (Desirable).
Other Requirements
* Valid Australian driver's licence and ability to travel between locations.
* Ability to work within a prison setting, which will involve direct contact with people in prison associated with the delivery of healthcare.
* Satisfactory completion of a National Criminal History Check.
* Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
* Working outside of ordinary business hours may be required.
Benefits
* Access to conferences, seminars and courses to enhance your skills and knowledge.
* Access exclusive rates on loans and financial literacy program through Commonwealth Bank.
* Super salary packaging to maximise your super contributions with pre-tax deductions.
* Scholarships for career development.
* Family university scholarships.
* Paid study leave to focus on further qualifications.
* Special leave – additional day off every six months for high attendance.
* Safe and secure workplace with a focus on physical and psychological safety.
* Affordable access to gym and fitness facilities via Fitness Passport.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal wellbeing and career assistance.
* Reduced health insurance rates through Medibank discounts.
* Equal Opportunity employer that actively promotes diversity and inclusion for all employees.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race, disability, or other protected characteristics. People with diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
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