Team Leader Alcohol and Other Drugs

**Position Title**:Team Leader Alcohol & Other Drugs & Mental Health

**Classification**:Dependant on Qualifications & Experience**

**Salary per hour**:Dependant on Qualifications & Experience

**Employment Type**:Ongoing full-time

**Award**:Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise agreement 2021-2026

**Role description**

Dhelkaya Health is seeking a dynamic & compassionate Team Leader to oversee a multidisciplinary team of Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) and Mental Health Counselling clinicians. This role spans both Community Health and Custodial settings, with a strong focus on reducing harm and promoting recovery for individuals and families affected by substance use and mental health challenges.

As Team Leader, you will guide your team in delivering high-quality, person centered care through comprehensive assessments and evidence-based counselling interventions. You will play a key role in supporting clients and their families to make meaningful behavioural changes and build resilience in managing the impacts od AOD use.

This is a rewarding leadership opportunity for someone passionate about integrated care and committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of people experiencing complex health and wellbeing challenges.

**About you**

**Essential**:

- Tertiary qualifications in AOD (Min Certificate IV in AOD), Social Work, Counselling
- Min 5 years' experience working in the area of AOD or Counselling
- Membership with AHPRA or relevant appropriate professional body

**Desirable**:

- Qualification and/or experience in Forensic AOD counselling

**Culture and Benefits**

Dhelkaya Health is located on Dja Dja Wurrung country in regional Victoria. Just a short drive from Bendigo and easily accessed via public transport, the area is brimming with culture that blends the old with the new. Steeped in rich history, the town boasts a vibrant arts scene, historic architecture and is part of the Bendigo Region UNESCO City of Gastronomy.

Surrounded by scenic trails and a unique natural environment that includes historic goldfields, outdoor enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world. Combined with a wide range of sporting clubs and outdoor recreation opportunities, the community offers a rich, diverse culture to enjoy.

From community events celebrating local festivals to grassroots initiatives fostering inclusivity and diversity, this is a place where people come together. At Dhelkaya Health, you'll enjoy all this and a flexible work environment with access to career development pathways that suit your life goals. You'll also benefit from:

- **Stress-free parking**:at no-cost close to your place of work.
- **Salary packaging**:to maximise your earnings with options to package meals, entertainment, rent/mortgage repayments, and more.
- **Healthy and active lifestyle**: through access to a free onsite gym and Fitness Passport**membership for your family to use in a wide range of gyms, pools, and fitness facilities across the region
- **Health and wellbeing**: through a supported work environment that prioritises work-life balance and a health and well-being program that includes an Employee Assistance Program.
- **Building meaningful connections**: through the Dhelkaya Health Social Club and a variety of staff events and activities throughout the year held in a friendly, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.
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**For further information about this position, please contact Ebony Sharma - Manager Housing, AOD, Counselling & Custodial Health on 0456705180**

**How to apply