Alcohol and Other Drug Non-Residential Withdrawal Nurse

Part time - Full time (0.8 - 1.0 FTE)

Ongoing

The Alcohol and Other Drug Non- Residential Withdrawal(AODNRW) Nurse is primarily responsible for the provision of specialist alcoholand Other Drug withdrawal treatment and pathways for home based withdrawal andresidential withdrawal services across Ballarat and the Central HighlandsRegion.

The AODNRW Nurse will work within a harm minimisationframework, providing treatment and pathways for clients utilisingevidence-based treatment to support a person to cease or reduce Alcohol andOther Drug use to a level that restores their health and wellbeing, provide afirm foundation for a person?s longer-term improved health and wellbeing,provide care that is cognizant and responsive to individual need and level ofcomplexity, and forms part of an integrated and coordinated care pathway.

The role will include engagement, assessment, treatmentplanning, support and advocacy for clients. There will also be an opportunity to work with and support clients?families and significant others, where appropriate.

Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, the AODNRWNurse will work closely with other withdrawal services across the Grampians andMetro regions to ensure services are accessible and coordinated for clients.

To be successful in this role you will have:

•  Cert IV in AOD and / or Mental Health is preferred (orwillingness to undertake further study)
• Knowledge and experience working with withdrawal clientswith dependence on various substances is preferred
• Knowledge and experience of effective case managementstandards and practice
• Knowledge of current Alcohol and Other Drug interventions
• Capacity to deal objectively and professionally with complexclients and related issues 

About us:

Ballarat Community Health is a for-purpose, not-for-profit communityhealth organisation providing a comprehensive range of primary health servicesrequired by the local community. We work to promote health and wellbeing, andprovide quality and affordable healthcare to our community, with a commitmentto the most vulnerable.

We have approximately 300 staff, with seven (7) locationsacross Ballarat and the Western Region. Our people and our deep sense ofpurpose are what makes BCH a great place to work.

Ballarat Community Health staff benefits

At Ballarat Community Health, we are committed to creating asupportive and inclusive work environment that values the well-being of bothour clients and our staff. Joining our team means becoming a part of apassionate community dedicated to fostering positive change in the lives of thosewe serve.

Our staff benefits include:

• Uniquely rewarding work in the service of the Ballarat andCentral Highlands communities
• Salary packaging - up to $15,900 for everyday livingexpenses and up to $2,650 meals and entertainment
• Excellent working conditions with a high sense of jobsatisfaction
• Flexible working arrangements
• Access to employee wellness programs and discounts
• Social club
• Ballarat - Australia's most liveable regional city (RMIT2020)

How to apply?

To obtain a copy of the position description, please clickhere

Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm on Monday, 22 January 2024.

For further enquiries about this role please contact SuzannePowell, Manager Alcohol and Other Drugs on 03 5338 4***.

Applications will be reviewed when received and suitablecandidates will be contacted for interview at that time.  You are encouraged to apply early to ensureyou don?t miss this opportunity.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in orderto submit your application for this role, or you need a copy of thisadvertisement in an accessible format, please contact the People and Cultureteam via email at **********@bchc.org.au noting your preferred method ofcommunication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Ballarat Community Health, we are committed to a diverseand inclusive workforce where we value each person?s uniqueness. We embracediverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providinghigh-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age,gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexualorientation.

Be more than part of your community - be someone making a differencefor people in your community. Apply now!