AOD and DFV Care Specialist

2 days ago

Wagga Wagga, Australia St Vincent de Paul Full time
About Us

The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, committed to serving people in need and shaping a more just and compassionate society.

We value diversity and believe that our employees are key to our success. We offer Learning and Development programs to enhance and grow your career across various teams and services.

Job Summary

This newly created role is part of our exciting partnership with the Salvation Army and will be based at the Wagga Recovery Hub, providing essential support and culturally safe AOD services.

As an AOD and Domestic/Family Violence Care Navigator, you will provide expert case management and care coordination, delivering person-led, strength-focused support to clients accessing our recovery service.

Responsibilities
  • Provide expert case management and care coordination to individuals accessing our recovery services, delivering person-led, strength-focused support to our clients.
  • Advocate for Change: Champion the reduction of stigma and discrimination related to AOD use, advocating for clients with government departments, courts, and other service providers to ensure they receive the best possible care.
  • Engage and Empower: Lead intake screenings, comprehensive assessments, and care planning processes, supporting clients through evidence-based treatments and psychoeducation programs, both in-person and virtually.
  • Develop, promote, and implement referral pathways, connecting clients with a range of community-based health and non-health services, engaging with families and significant others to support the wider community.
  • Collaborate and Innovate: Work with a dynamic multi-disciplinary team in regular clinical reviews and care coordination meetings, ensuring culturally appropriate treatments, especially for Indigenous Australians, and fostering strong relationships with local service providers.
Requirements
  • Qualifications: TAFE Certificate IV in welfare or a related field.
  • Experience: Proven track record in supporting marginalized and vulnerable populations, including those affected by domestic/family violence and AOD issues.
  • Skills: Excellent communication, computer literacy, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team, sound judgment in crisis situations, and a commitment to safety.
  • License: A valid NSW driver's license.
What We Offer
  • SCHCADS Award LV5: hourly rates from $49 to $51.51 (dependent on experience).
  • Generous NFP Packaging Benefits increasing total pay package up to $18k.
  • Max-term full-time contract until 30 June 2027.

We welcome people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs, and applicants of all ages.

The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organization, further information can be found in the Society's commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks, including a Police check and Working with Children check. A health/medical assessment may be required for some roles.

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