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SalaryNew ROADS is a growing, dynamic, and supportive team of professionals providing holistic and innovative alcohol and other drug (AOD) services.
We provide 1:1 counselling, group work, case management and residential rehabilitation across our service. We are seeking motivated individuals who are keen to join the team and provide the highest standard of client support in our Mt Gambier rehabilitation services.
Multiple part time roles available with shifts available over a 24 hour period over a 7 day roster, including weekends and public holidays with active and passive overnight shifts.
The role will include, but not limited to:
- Facilitating meetings,
- Transporting clients for activities
- General client support, living skills, house hygiene and tenancy maintenance support
- Case management
- Admission of new clients & intake assessments
- Completing drug screenings
- Facilitating therapeutic groups (Smart Recovery & relapse prevention)
The New ROADS Case Worker role incorporates a diverse mix of responsibilities including:
- Office and outreach based, therapeutic and practical AOD services for our residential client group
- Supporting people who are accessing our AOD residential program to make long term, healthy changes in their lives
- Developing partnerships with the community to create better outcomes for clients and drive referrals into the service
- Breaking down stigma associated with AOD use and related issues
About Us
Uniting Communities is a leading, inclusive not-for profit community services organisation working alongside more than 80,000 South Australians each year to reduce inequality, improve wellbeing, overcome disadvantage and support people to live the best lives they can. We value diversity and are committed to providing respectful, accessible services.
About You
Applicants who have completed or are working towards a Certificate IV in AOD, Mental Health or Community Services are encouraged to apply, as are applicants who have obtained or are working towards completion of a qualification in Counselling, Social Work, Psychology or other related field.
You will have demonstrated professional experience in providing intensive support and case work with clients. You will have experience working with internal and external stakeholders.Additionally, you will have a strong ability to build and maintain positive relationships with a diverse range of clients, community groups and agencies.
About the Benefits
- In addition to your salary you can package up to $15,900 per year pre tax and additionally a $2,650 Meals and Entertainment card.
- To see how this could potentially benefit your take home pay, visit our salary packaging provider - Access Pay
- Paid Maternity Leave
- Early Intervention Physio Program
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
Check out our additional benefits at www.unitingcommunities.org
Your Application
Please attach a resume and cover letter expressing interest in the role.
Closing date is midnight 16th February. Apply early; closing date subject to change.
As an organisation, we are committed to protecting children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff are required to work within our code of conduct and undergo relevant pre-employment checks.
