AddressJoin our team at New ROADS! Where we offer comprehensive alcohol and other drug (AOD) and comorbidity services. We specialise in 1:1 counseling, group sessions, case management, and residential rehabilitation.
We're seeking a flexible, self-motivated individual with strong therapeutic skills in drug and alcohol support, based at our sites across Metro Adelaide.
This is a Permanent Part-Time Role 0.5FTE, shifts available over a 7 day roster including sleepovers on shift.
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 the stigma associated with AOD and mental health issues
About You
You will possess a minimum of Cert IV in AOD or currently studying a tertiary qualification in 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 staff and external stakeholders from other agencies and have a passion for working with clients.
Additionally, you will have a strong ability to build and maintain positive relationships with a diverse range of clients, community groups and agencies.
Due to transportation of clients, a Driver's Licence is required for this role.
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 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 2nd June. 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.
