Team Lead - Alcohol And Other Drug Services

Location: Ballarat

We're looking for a superstar communicator who has a desire to make a difference and has great leadership qualities to join our team!

We have an incredible opportunity and we're looking to find the right person to join and lead our team of Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Clinicians.

Offering an inspiring and dynamic work environment where collaboration, open communication, vision, integrity, and resilience assists us in providing exceptional client service. You will get to support a team that works well together and understands the importance of a great work culture!

If you are approachable and open, optimistic, adaptable, supportive, clinically knowledgeable, and competent, and a positive role model then keep reading...

The role requires authentic leadership, a commitment to innovation, quality improvement and an optimistic approach in leadership style.

About us

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

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

About the role

The Team Leader of AOD will oversee a multi-disciplinary team who provide direct service delivery to individuals, external agencies, schools, and Other health professionals in the Ballarat community. This position will support the Manager of AOD in coordination of these services. This will include operational requirements and supervision of staff while also holding a client case load if required. The established and experienced multidisciplinary AOD team provide both voluntary and forensic programs funded by DFFH.

What you will bring to the team

You will exemplify what it means to provide professional and high-quality person-centred care, to improve client and community outcomes, and contribute to the professional and personal development of others.

You will have:

• Ability to lead, develop and mentor others.
• Experience monitoring program performance and outcomes through the collection, reporting and analysis of data.
• Experience in providing assessment and developing treatment plans.
• Experience in providing evidence-based interventions and treatment.
• Experience working in an environment with a focus on clients with complex needs.
• Understanding of current AOD systems
• A strong understanding of and commitment to the social model of health
• Tertiary qualifications in Management, AOD, Mental Health, Social Work and / or Community Services
• Dual Diagnosis experience is desirable.

This role would suit a Clinician who has qualifications and / or experience in Leadership, AOD, Mental Health, Community Services and/or Social Work.

Ballarat Community Health staff benefits

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

Our staff benefits include:

• Uniquely rewarding work in service of the Ballarat community
• Salary packaging - up to $15,900 for everyday living expenses and up to $2,650 meals and entertainment
• Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
• Flexible working arrangements
• Access to employee wellness programs and discounts
• Social club
• Ballarat - Australia's most liveable regional city (RMIT 2020)

 Position Description and Enquiries

To obtain a copy of the position description, please click here.

Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm on Monday 25 March 2024

For further enquiries about this role please contact Suzanne Powell, Manager Alcohol & Other Drug Services on telephone 03 5338 4***

Please apply via our website https://bchc.org.au/careers/

Applications will be reviewed when received and suitable candidates will be contacted for interview at that time. You are encouraged to apply early to ensure you don’t miss this opportunity.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, or you need a copy of this advertisement in an accessible format, please contact the People and Culture team via email at **********@bchc.org.au noting your preferred method of communication 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 diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

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