Drug Court Clinical Advisor

Rewarding career and make tangible impacts to communities

Fixed term role up to 6 months. Dandenong location

Work in a role that blends clinical expertise, advocacy, and social impact

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Clinical Advisor (CA) to join the Dandenong team.

The Drug Court CA is responsible for providing a range of clinical advice, treatment and referral services for the Drug Court and its' participants, in line with the principles and practices of the model. It is the role of the Drug Court CA to:

• Assess potential participants referred to the Drug Court and develop treatment plans to address substance use and associated issues.

• Develop individual treatment plans for participants on a Drug Treatment Order to address their substance use, psychosocial history and

• Participate in case conferences and provide expert advice to the Court in relation to the offender's psychosocial history, substance use and suitability for the inclusion in and ongoing participation in the program.

• Provide assessment and progress reports for the Drug Court Magistrate.

• Develop, manage and maintain key relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including Court Services Victoria, court staff, judiciary, community organisations, drug treatment agencies, peer agencies, and other Victorian Government Departments andNon Government Organisations.

• Contribute to the development and progress of the Drug Court program including the development and continuous improvement of clinical policies, procedures and assessment tools.

The Drug Court CA is a vital member of a multi-disciplinary team, and the successful candidate will excel in a team environment.

The successful candidate will be afforded the opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment and develop collaborative relationships with a diverse range of key stakeholders.

Our benefits

• We care about your health and wellbeing and have partnered with Fitness Passport, an initiative that allows you to access significantly discounted fitness membership program

• Flexible working arrangements

• Peer Support Program designed to help create a safe and supportive workplace where colleagues look out for each other

• Koori staff network to enhance support for Koori staff and ensure that appropriate networks and services are readily available

• Ongoing professional development within a collaborative and supportive work environment

About you

You will have exceptional communication and organisation skills to build and sustain effective relationships with participants and stakeholders in order to respectfully address their enquires and needs. Your other strengths will include:

• Demonstrated experience working with AoD and mental health clients and a sound application of treatment pathways. You will be computer literate and able to effectively use relevant computer systems and be a fast learner.

• Be clinically competent and be confident in providing current treatment advice to magistrates and non-clinical staff members.

• Tertiary qualification in health, social work, welfare or related field with emphasis in AOD specifically is required.

• DHHS Accreditation (or eligible) is desired

How to apply

Click the 'Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application:

• Resume

• A short cover letter

Other information

CSV is the employer of staff at Courts Group. CSV has a firm commitment through its Koori Employment Plan to increase participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across our workforce.

We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and cel ebrate diversity. Those from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of all ages, with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and those who are neurodiverse, are encouraged to apply.

We aim to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to email the contact person listed in the advertisement.

As part of our commitment to a safe and respectful workplace, we conduct pre-employment checks, including but not limited to, reference checks, police checks and misconduct screening. These checks are handled confidentially and with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both our candidates and the organisation.