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Job Description
- Make a Meaningful Impact in Alcohol & Drug Support Services!
- Competitive salary circa $91000 $98000 (pro rata for parttime) salary packaging 6 weeks annual leave and 4 paid mental health days!
- Join a supportive team dedicated to rehabilitation and community empowerment
- Permanent fulltime and parttime opportunities available in Alice Springs
About Drug and Alcohol Services Australia (DASA)
For over 40 years Drug and Alcohol Services Australia (DASA) has been committed to addressing alcohol and drug concerns in Alice Springs and surrounding areas. As a leader in therapeutic community models DASA provides essential services including outreach programs rehabilitation and alternativetocustody initiatives.
Our mission is to support individuals in reducing the harmful effects of substance use through care education and accommodation. We empower individuals to make positive life choices and provide culturally competent care particularly for First Nations people.
To learn more visit our website: www.dasa
The Opportunity
DASA is seeking fulltime and parttime Assessment Workers based in Alice Springs NT. This crucial role is responsible for conducting client assessments managing the intake process and ensuring individuals receive the support they need to engage with DASAs rehabilitation programs.
Your key responsibilities include:
Conducting culturally safe facetoface and phonebased client assessments
Managing intake emails and responding to referrals within set timeframes
Collaborating with internal teams and external service providers to facilitate program admissions
Creating and maintaining accurate client records using the Mimaso database
Coordinating Centrelink enrolments and monitoring financial obligations for residents
Providing brief intervention support as part of the assessment process
Upholding DASA policies procedures and quality improvement initiatives
To read the full position description please click here.
About You
To thrive in this role you will have:
Experience in conducting assessments or intake processes in a similar field
Exceptional communication skills and the ability to work with diverse clients
Strong organisational and time management skills
Highlevel computer literacy and database management experience
The ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards
A collaborative mindset to work effectively within a small assessment team
Additionally the following qualifications and experience will be highly regarded:
Cert IV in Community Services (Alcohol & Other Highly Desirable
Familiarity with screening and assessment tools
Knowledge of Mimaso client database or similar systems
Understanding of traumainformed care principles
About the Benefits
When you join DASA you will be part of a dedicated team committed to rehabilitation and community impact. In return we offer:
Competitive salary circa $91000 $98000 (based on experience and qualifications)
6 weeks of annual leave plus 4 additional paid mental health days per year
Salary packaging options to increase your takehome pay
A supportive and collaborative work environment
Opportunities for professional development and career growth
Ready to Apply
This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in alcohol and drug rehabilitation services and positively impact the lives of those in need.
If youre passionate about making a difference in the community and have the skills to support individuals on their recovery journey wed love to hear from you!
Click Apply Now and take the next step in your career with DASA.
DASA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people individuals from diverse backgrounds and those with lived experience in AOD recovery.
Employment Type
Full Time
