Activities Officer

As part of the Public Intoxication (Diversion) Service Stream this position provides assertive and respectful outreach, practicalsupport and targeted assistance to clients who are frequent users of substances in public places.

Your efforts will focus onreducing the amount and frequency of uptake of alcohol and or other drugs.

You will also assist clients of the Bama Dakil Diversionary Centre and associated services along with people referred from Queensland Health, Department of Corrective Services, Centrelink or other agencies by contributing to case planning, advocacy, making referrals and or providing transportation to appointments with mainstream or specialists services.

• To be successful you will need
• Recognised Certificate IV qualification in Community Services (or equivalent) or enrolment in studies is preferred.
• Prior experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds, providing support and or undertaking casework.
• Demonstrated ability to establish rapport and connection with people experiencing alcohol and other drug challenges, mental health issues, homelessness, disconnection from family and or those who are detained or incarcerated.
• Understanding of public intoxication, addiction, homelessness, mental health and domestic / family violence issues.
• Ability to network and collaborate with First Responders, health and medical services and other service providers.
• Good communication, numeracy, administration, data entry and computer skills and the ability to learn IT systems.
• Ability (and willingness) to comply with policies, procedures, established practices and contract deliverables.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, reconciliation and closing the gap objectives and experience working with First Nations people, organisations and communities.
• Compliance
• Qualifications or enrolment details if claimed
• Satisfactory outcome of a current (less than 3 months old) National Criminal History Check
• Blue Card (QLD working with children card)
• QLD drivers’ licence ‘Class C’ or interstate equivalent
• Required to transport clients and or to visit clients in their place of residence or within another out of office setting
• Ability (and willingness) to undertake local area / regional travel
• First Aid certificate and CPR certificate
• What we can offer you
• A rewarding career with a growing, respected for purpose not-for-profit organisation
• SCHADS Award Level
• 3 (Community Services)
• The option to salary package your earnings up to $15,899 per FBT year and further staff discounts. Find out more at Salary Packaging PLUS - Home
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Chaplaincy Service
• A variety of training and professional development opportunities
• A willingness to explore flexible workplace arrangements
• Why work for Anglicare NQ

Formed in 2000, Anglicare North Queensland Limited (Anglicare NQ) is a for purpose not for profit Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) registered charity and an independent legal entity operating as a Company Limited by Guarantee.

We provide place-based human services, support community initiatives and undertake advocacy work.

Our efforts are underpinned by Anglicare NQ’s purpose, core values and strong commitment to being a Child Safe Organisation and to the people and communities of North and Far North Queensland.

Diversity and inclusivity are important to Anglicare NQ. We are committed to ensuring our workplaces and services are safe, fair and accessible.

This advert is only meant to be an overview, for all the details on what makes this such a great opportunity or to ask any questions please email **@anglicare. net

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