Specialist Aod Worker

2 weeks ago

Canberra, Australia CatholicCare Canberra & Goulburn Full time

Branch: Canberra

Casual Positions Available

Competitive Hourly Rate + 12% Super

Join a Respected and Values Driven Team
- Provide compassionate care and brief interventions in a safe, non-judgemental space for recovery at the Sobering Up Shelter in Ainslie._

**The Role**

Guided by Marymead CatholicCare's Mission, Values, and Operating Principles, the Sobering Up Shelter (SUS) offers a non-judgmental, responsive service for men and women aged 18 and over who are under the influence of alcohol and/or other drugs. The shelter provides a safe, clean environment for individuals to recover and operates from 11:00 PM to 11:00 AM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights, as well as during other significant dates and events as required.

The Specialist Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Worker delivers professional and confidential care in accordance with the Marymead CatholicCare Behaviour and Code of Conduct Staff Handbook, as well as the relevant professional codes of ethics and conduct specific to the AOD sector. Specialist AOD Workers are expected to engage in regular professional development and maintain compliance with the qualification standards of the AOD sector.

**Why Join Us?**

Looking for a meaningful career where you can make a real difference? Rewarding opportunities are available for passionate individuals to support the wider community across diverse program areas.
- What We Offer:_
- Generous **Salary Packaging**to boost your income
- **Free Parking**for your convenience
- **Employee Assistance Program**(EAP) for your wellbeing
- Opportunities for **Professional Development**:

- Certified **Great Place to Work**

**About Us**

Marymead CatholicCare is the social services arm of the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn. Our mission is to provide quality services to people by promoting healthy, inclusive communities through relationships, partnerships and collaboration while adhering to our values of Respect, Integrity, Excellence, Care & Compassion, and Inclusivity.

**About You**

The ideal person we are looking for has
- Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD), or a Certificate IV in a related field with successful completion of the four core competencies from the Certificate IV in AOD.
- Demonstrated understanding of the key issues impacting individuals affected by alcohol and other drug -use, including those who are intoxicated or under the influence.
- Current and valid driver's license
- Current Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration
- Willingness to undergo and pass a National Police Check

**How to Apply**

Provide a cover letter (max 2 pages) addressing all listed requirements.
- Marymead CatholicCare has a commitment to child safeguarding and zero tolerance to child abuse. Marymead CatholicCare is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications are strongly encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people with a disability; people who identify as LGBTIQ; and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds._

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