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1 week ago
Young people require support to navigate life's challenges. We are seeking a dedicated professional to join our team as a Social Worker.
The role will involve working with clients in the Youth Outreach Drug and Alcohol Program and the Youth Housing and Accommodation Program. Key responsibilities include:
- Providing intake, drug and alcohol assessment, and evidence-based interventions to reduce harm.
- Delivering individual counselling, group work, and assertive outreach services.
Our programs provide a range of services including:
- Residential withdrawal support
- Primary health clinic services
- Needle syringe programs
- Mobile overdose response and mobile drug safety services
- Proactive overdose response initiative and naloxone subsidy
- Aboriginal metropolitan 'ice' partnership
- Youth supported accommodation and youth outreach
To be successful in this role, you will bring the following skills and qualifications:
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders
- Emotional self-control and flexibility in complex situations
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022
- Demonstrated stakeholder engagement skills and ability to work with multidisciplinary teams
Mandatory requirements for the role include:
- Current qualification as a Social Worker
- Minimum 2 years' clinical experience in a relevant area
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