AOD Prevention Specialist

6 days ago

Port Hedland, Australia beBeeCommunity Part time $91,600

Job Title: Community AOD Prevention Specialist

 

The role of the Community AOD Prevention Specialist is to work with a wide range of government and non-government agencies, professionals, and community groups to progress community action on alcohol and other drug (AOD) prevention initiatives.

 

Job Description

As a Community AOD Prevention Specialist, you will take a lead role in the development, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based prevention strategies to reduce and prevent AOD related harms at a local and regional level.

You will maintain accurate and timely records of AOD prevention activities for reporting internally and to community stakeholders and funders. This includes developing and maintaining partnerships with government and non-government service providers and community groups to identify local needs and ensure referral pathways.

Key responsibilities include coordinating the regional response to Volatile Substance Use in line with MHC protocols for reporting and responding, working with the Prevention Coordinator and PR Manager to develop educational and promotional strategies, campaigns, and publications for AOD prevention activities, and researching and preparing submissions and reports relating to AOD prevention programs and projects.

 

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • A commitment to upholding the organization's vision, mission, and values
  • A commitment to work in culturally secure and competent ways
  • Demonstrated ability to work with health and other community groups on education, health promotion, and community AOD prevention initiatives
  • Experience in or demonstrated ability to develop, implement, manage, and evaluate alcohol and other drug prevention initiatives
  • High level of written communication skills, including report writing
  • High level of interpersonal and verbal communication skills, including negotiation skills and the ability to liaise with people in a variety of contexts
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver training to professionals and community groups
  • Knowledge of the impacts of drugs and alcohol on individuals, families, and communities
  • An understanding of and adherence to working within personal and professional boundaries
  • Excellent administrative and computer skills
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Confidence in managing difficult situations
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team

 

Benefits
  • Salary packaging benefits
  • Discounts with a major health insurance provider
  • Access to a confidential and professional counselling service for employees and their family members

 

Others

Appointments will be subject to Australian residency/visa, satisfactory National Police check, Working With Children card, current C or A class driver's license, First Aid Certificate, and suitable work referees.

 

Our organization strives to provide a safe workplace and promotes progressive policies that prioritize the health, safety, and unique needs of our team. We aim to be an employer of choice by supporting staff to grow, learn, innovate, and achieve their potential.

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