Care And Recovery Coordinator - Alcohol And Other Drugs

Position Title Care and Recovery Coordinator - Alcohol and Other Drugs
Employment Type Permanent Part Time
Location Carrington Road
Award Classification Dependent on qualifications
Hours (per fortnight) 76
Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted
The successful applicant to this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment Police Check.
Position Summary
Care and Recovery Coordinator - Alcohol and other Drugs

• Permanent Role -76 hours a fortnight
• Carrington Road, Box Hill
• On-going training and support will be offered

Turning Point & Eastern Health
Turning Point is a national treatment, research and education centre that provides leadership in the Alcohol and drug, gambling and mental health sectors in Victoria and beyond. Combining innovative research in the clinical, population health and policy fields, with service innovation, surveillance, system enhancements, capacity building and specialist support, Turning Point assists services, communities and the Victorian government to respond to current and emerging Alcohol and drug and gambling issues.
Turning Point is part of Eastern Health, the largest public health provider in the eastern suburbs, providing a comprehensive range of high quality acute, sub-acute, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential Care and community health services.
About the role
The AOD Care and Recovery Coordinator will support integrated treatment and care pathways for the highest-need/risk clients who require a coordinated care response by coordinating treatment planning and care in accordance with recovery goals. The role will support clients’ access to other health, human and support services, support meaningful involvement by client and their family in care coordination and goal setting to maximise opportunities for meaningful social and economic participation.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Current registration with AHPRA
• Post Graduate qualifications in AOD
• Certificate IV in AOD
• Highly developed interpersonal and leadership experience
• A strong commitment to high quality care
• The ability to work as part of a diverse team
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.
Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range !

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals
• Applications will be screened upon receipt

Next Steps
If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!
Please note:

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.
Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the .
Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**
Selection Criteria Essential: Please refer to the attached PD
Contact Person Teddy Sikhali
Contact Number (03) 9843 1288
Closing Date 10/03/2024
Position Description AOD Care and Recovery Coordination PD.pdf
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Please note that this position will close at 11:45pm on the closing date.
Please ensure your application is added before this time as we do not accept late applications.