Casual Alcohol And Other Drugs Worker

(WHOS New Beginnings) 

**Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are encouraged to apply** 

An exciting opportunity exists to become part of a small dynamic team of  women within a larger organisation. As part of We Help Ourselves, WHOS  New Beginnings is an AOD residential service for women, located within the  beautiful grounds of Broughton Hall Lilyfield. We require a motivated and  enthusiastic woman to fill this casual AOD Support Worker position. 

Information on WHOS services can be found at https://whos.com.au/

Being a woman is a genuine occupational qualification under Section 31 of  the NSW Anti- Discrimination Act. 

Details

Essential Criteria

• Minimum Certificate IV in AOD/Community Services
• Knowledge and/or experience working with AOD clients 
• An interest in working with women and an understanding of their  related issues 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to work a day shift roster, with evening and weekend shifts as  required. Commitment to working as part of a team 
• Computer skills especially with MS Word and Excel 
• Current Drivers Licence 
• Have a current (or willing to obtain) First Aid Certificate, Police record  Check and Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate (WHOS adheres to the  NSW Health recommendations for vaccination) 

Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge and understanding of the Therapeutic Community model and/or residential AOD services
• Experience liaising with internal/external stakeholders such as medical  detox unit, referral agencies and nurses
• Group work skills
• Knowledge and understanding of harm minimisation

Other Information

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

How to Apply

Please forward your application addressing the position criteria along with  your resume and cover letter to Alexa Robles via e-mail  alexa.robles@whos.com.au

Closing date on the 8th October, 2023. 

We Help Ourselves (WHOS)