AddressAbout us
The Farm in Galong (The Farm) was established to support women suffering systemic disadvantage with a focus on women whose children are in out of home care. Children up to the age of twelve can live here with their mothers. The program provides several interventions to address a range of substance abuse issues and particularly the underlying causes of addiction. The goals of the organization are to give the clients the best possible chance of a happy future with their family. In real terms, this means the women leave The Farm with:
- A nationally recognized qualification that will allow them to find a job.
- Custody of their children, confidence in their motherhood and a plan for the child’s future education and needs where possible.
- An improved relationship with their wider family (e.g. siblings, parents) thanks to facilitated reunion sessions.
- Access to a new home, a new support network and employment so that we know they are going from a position of strength to strength.
- Usable life and wellness skills, including knowledge of exercise, nutrition, budgeting and communication.
Qualifications & experience
- Relevant health and or welfare Tertiary Qualification such as Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Nursing, Allied Health Sciences, Alcohol and Other Drugs or other relevant area of study desirable • Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs or completion of the core competencies (or able to complete within the first 12 months of employment).
- Experience in the provision of assessment and counseling services preferably with Alcohol and Other Drugs or dual diagnosis clients.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with clients, families, colleagues, stakeholders and other service providers.
- Proven skills in the application of assessment, case coordination, case management, case formulation and the development of individual/family inclusive treatment plans.
- Proven ability to work with a range of people and families experiencing problematic Alcohol and Other Drugs use, in a non-judgmental and respectful manner.
Tasks & responsibilities
The Case Manager is responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments, person-centered planning, care and advocacy support and providing a range of counseling interventions to assist clients to change harmful behaviors resulting from problematic alcohol and other drug use.
The key objectives of this role are:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments, develop treatment plans and provide effective counseling interventions as well as advocacy to meet the individual needs of clients, including those with complex needs.
- Provide individualized alcohol and other drug assessment, comprehensive case management, individual interventions, realistic support plans and discharge planning
