Aod Practitioner

Number of Positions Available:

1

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About the role

We are seeking a dedicated AOD Practitioner You will provide counselling, support, liaison, case management and a range of interventions to assist in improving the wellbeing for individuals and families who are experiencing problematic substance use. Additionally, you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team of professionals to ensure the delivery of high-quality services for people seeking AOD support.

Responsibilities include
- Participates, prepares for, and engages in case review meetings to discuss treatment pathways for all newly assessed clients
- Liaise with allied health care professionals to obtain necessary medical and other healthcare records
- Deliver evidence-based interventions in line with client centred treatment that aligns with AOD training and qualifications according to complexity of client needs within a recovery framework
- Provide case management support to clients
- Assist clients with post treatment support plans that include self-help groups and community activities
- Respond to referrals in a flexible and timely manner
- Provide assistance with the service delivery of other STAR Programs as requested by the line manager

This is a fixed-term part-time position, 30.4 hours per week for 12 months, based in Coburg and Sunshine, VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Level 5 Award.

You will have
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work or related discipline
- Minimum qualification Diploma Community Services
- Relevant experience in a Social Service environment
- AOD Skillset or willingness to undertake within the first 12 months of commencing employment
- A current Victoria Driver's Licence

Benefits of working at The Salvation Army
- We offer our eligible employees NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
- Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
- Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
- The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. _
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- The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check._
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