Alcohol and Other Drug Workers (WHOS® Lilyfield Campus)

As part of the We Help Ourselves (WHOS) organisation, the WHOS Lilyfield campus has four AOD residential services (TC) for men, women and clients on opioid substitution treatment. We are located in the grounds of Broughton Hall Lilyfield and we require Permanent Part Time AOD worker for our Men’s Treatment  Services (Gunyah). We are looking for an enthusiastic & motivated employee who is willing to work shift including evenings and weekends.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are welcome to apply.

Remuneration: Negotiated based on qualifications and experience equivalent SCHDSI Award.

Details

Essential Criteria

• Minimum Cert IV in AOD/Community Services
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with AOD clients, preferably in a residential setting
• Sound written and oral communication skills
• Group work skills
• Knowledge and understanding of Harm Minimisation
• Commitment to work as part of a team
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Current Drivers Licence
• Computer literacy and word processing skills
• Being male is a genuine requirement for this position as outlined in the Anti-Discrimination Act.
• Criminal record & prohibited person checks apply

Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge and understanding of the Therapeutic Community model

How to Apply

For an application package contact Des Walsh/Bruce Wright on e-mail gunyah@whos.com.au

Closing date:  2^nd July 2021

We Help Ourselves (WHOS)

WHOS provides therapeutic programs aimed at achieving recovery from alcohol and other drug dependence, incorporating harm reduction and co-existing mental health initiatives.