AOD Treatment Worker - CALD Specialist
AOD Treatment Worker - CALD Specialist
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Job Description
Bring your skills compassion and care to support people affected by alcohol and other . Join our team at Odyssey House NSW and help us reconnect lives families communities and cultures.
Be part of the diverse and inclusive culture were building in which our clients staff and broader community feel safe respected and valued.
Take your opportunity to thrive at a leading notforprofit where we trust in your limitless potential.
Odyssey House NSWs traumainformed services set us apart as a leader in the support service space for alcohol and other dependency. Our teams help clients to meet their goals and address underlying trauma and mental health issues while also developing new skills to improve all aspects of their lives.
We provide a diverse range of services to individuals families and community education. Our services include withdrawal services; oneonone assessment and treatment by psychologists and counsellors; group therapy; residential rehabilitation; and free education at Odyssey College.
Our organisation takes safeguarding children and young people seriously and as an employee of Odyssey House NSW you are required to meet the behaviour standards outlined in our Code of Conduct.
Find us at our head office in Redfern and at our network of residential rehabilitation and community sites which span across Greater Sydney the Southern Highlands and Blue Mountains.
If you are interested in this opportunity meet the selection criteria and believe you are a great fit for our organisation apply using the link.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Description
Odyssey House NSW has an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic and growing AOD and Mental Health Multicultural Programs team based at Liverpool and Blacktown on a fulltime basis.
Odyssey House NSW is a leading provider of Alcohol and Other treatment and support in NSW and our Community Programs provide a holistic range of strengths based and recoveryoriented supports to those seeking hope and change in their lives including Aboriginal specific and parenting programs.
The Multicultural Programs team works as part of a larger Multicultural team spread across South West and Western Sydney alongside our Residential Parents and Childrens and Medical programs.
Odyssey Multicultural Program truly value and appreciate culture encouraging a supportive and collaborative working environment. Here youll find a team that celebrates each others achievements and fosters a sense of belonging.
In this vibrant role youll have the extraordinary opportunity to connect with Culturally and Linguistic Diverse (CALD) communities fostering existing relationships and building new ones. Were connected to a variety of CALD communities and always seek to build new relationships. Your contributions will directly influence and benefit these communities allowing you to leave a lasting legacy.
Odyssey House NSW is looking for an innovative and skilled team member who can provide both individual and group treatment case management assertive outreach and wraparound support. This position requires availability during evening and weekend hours to assist clients who are unable to access our services during regular business hours.
Skills And Experiences
ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA:
- Relevant VET qualification.
- (Desirable) Tertiary qualification in relevant field.
- (Desirable) CALD background
- Significant experience supporting persons with AOD support needs mental health support needs and/or coexisting support needs.
- Experience in group facilitation and group program delivery.
- Demonstrable experience working in team environment to deliver coordinated support.
- Demonstrated experience undertaking brief and comprehensive assessment as well as ongoing assessment of client support needs.
- (Desirable) Experience working within a nongovernment AOD treatment program.
- (Desirable) Experience in provision of onetoone support for people with AOD and/or Mental Health support needs.
- Computer literacy including understanding of MS Office Suite and use of Client Management Systems.
- Demonstrable communication skills including report writing case note writing.
- Understanding of the principles of the Privacy Act and its practical implementation in service delivery.
- Knowledge of evidencebased treatment harm minimisation care coordination and support strategies.
- Knowledge of and commitment to implement the principles of WHS EEO and continuous Quality Improvement.
- Hold a current NSW Drivers Licence.
- Hold or have the ability to obtain a current Criminal History Check and Working With Children clearance for paid employment.
- Unlimited right to live and work in Australia.
- COVID Vaccinated
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
