Aod Support Worker

**IMMEDIATE START**

**ABOUT THE ORGANISATION**

Fresh Start is a not-for-profit organisation concentrating on detoxing, developing a drug-free lifestyle, and providing rehabilitation services. Their unique and comprehensive drug and alcohol treatment approach has helped over 14,000 people and their families out of the vicious cycle of addiction.

**ABOUT THE ROLE**

Fresh Start is actively seeking a motivated and empathetic support worker to join their Northam Recovery Rehabilitation Centre full-time, starting immediately. You will play a crucial role in assisting individuals on their path to recovery, providing practical and emotional support. This role will report to the Residential Rehabilitation Manager.

As a passionate, committed, and dynamic support worker, you will work with clients within an evidence-based framework, providing a high standard of residential care for Fresh Start clients and assisting staff members at the Northam Recovery Programme.
- **The key responsibilities include**:_
- Provide direct support to residents, including personal care and emotional support.
- Monitor residents' physical and emotional well-being, recording and reporting any concerns to the relevant clinician.
- Assist in the day-to-day management of the facility and follow the house rules as instructed.
- Collaborate and empower clients to make sound decisions and informed choices.
- Provide domestic duties such as purchase of food, meal preparation and cleaning when required.
- Support and provide a safe and healthy working environment that complies with requirements.
- Assist with implementing the rehab program and, upon request, deliver some elements of the program.
- Provide logistics support to ensure residents attend their scheduled appointments.
- Develop an effective and collaborative relationship with the staff, managers, residents and their families.
- Store clients’ medications securely and only release medicines according to the doctor’s instructions.
- Assist Fresh Start Recovery Program medical and allied health staff by supervising and providing ongoing support for residents, including AOD interventions when required.
- Provide general administrative support to the Manager and other staff.
- Contribute to Social enterprise and community engagement activities as required.
- Handle and manage other ad-hoc or admin duties as required.
- **The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. You will be expected to perform different tasks to meet the organisation’s overall objectives.**_

**ABOUT YOU**

**Ideal Skills**
- **Have**:_
- Relevant educational qualifications and/or experience working in either AOD Recovery / Community Service Sector.
- An understanding and non-judgemental attitude towards people with drug use and mental health problems, including those from diverse cultural backgrounds and the Aboriginal community.
- Passionate about helping people with addiction.
- Transferable life/work skills along with a caring and compassionate approach.
- Exceptional interpersonal and effective communication skills.
- Strong computer literacy.
- Well-developed interpersonal communication skills, a committed team player, and the ability to continuously work independently as the role dictates.
- Respect for confidentiality.
- Driver’s License.
- First-aid Certificate.
- Senior First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain it.
- Willingness to support Fresh Start’s Christian approach and programmes.
- **Ability to**:_
- Communicate efficiently with other people within the organisation.
- Work both independently and as part of a team while being proactive and showing initiative.
- Portray positive behaviours, emotional maturity, positive coping skills and resilience.
- Ability to demonstrate professional boundaries.

**BENEFITS**
- On-site, free parking is available.
- Generous Salary Sacrifice/Packaging (*Minimum tax benefit equating to $6,500).
- Join a purpose-driven organisation.
- Good values and culture are paramount for our client.
- Enthusiastic and supportive team.

**HOW TO APPLY**

If this opportunity is of interest to you - **APPLY NOW**. Attach a CV outlining your experience and qualifications. In addition, please send us a **one-page cover letter** explaining why you are the right fit for this role.

**CONTACT DETAILS**

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $30.00 - $33.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Salary packaging

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

- What statement best describes your Covid-19 vaccination status?
- What is your expected hourly rate?
- What are the Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?

**Experience**:

- Support worker: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (required)
- National Police Certificate (required)
- Driver Licence (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person