At a Glance
- Tasks: Support clients in their journey to recovery through counselling and case management.
- Company: Join Uniting Communities, a leading not-for-profit making a real difference.
- Benefits: Salary packaging options, paid maternity leave, and community engagement leave.
- Other info: Flexible part-time shifts available across Metro Adelaide.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on people's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Certificate IV in AOD, Mental Health, or related fields preferred.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
New ROADS is a supportive team of professionals providing holistic and innovative alcohol and other drug (AOD) services. We provide 1:1 counselling, group work, case management and residential rehabilitation across our service. We are seeking motivated individuals who are keen to join the team and provide the highest standard of client support across Metro Adelaide sites. Fixed Term part time roles available with shifts over a 24/7 period, including weekends and public holidays with active and passive overnight shifts.
The role will include, but is not limited to:
- Facilitating meetings
- Transporting clients for activities
- General client support, living skills, house hygiene and tenancy maintenance support
- Case management
- Admission of new clients & intake assessments
- Completing drug screenings
- Facilitating therapeutic groups (Smart Recovery & relapse prevention)
The New ROADS Case Worker role incorporates a diverse mix of responsibilities including:
- Office and outreach based, therapeutic and practical AOD services for our residential client group
- Supporting people who are accessing our AOD residential program to make long term, healthy changes in their lives
- Developing partnerships with the community to create better outcomes for clients and drive referrals into the service
- Breaking down stigma associated with AOD use and related issues
About You
Applicants who have completed or are working towards a Certificate IV in AOD, Mental Health or Community Services are encouraged to apply, as are applicants who have obtained or are working towards completion of a qualification in Counselling, Social Work, Psychology or other related field. You will have demonstrated professional experience in providing intensive support and case work with clients. You will have experience working with internal and external stakeholders. Additionally, you will have a strong ability to build and maintain positive relationships with a diverse range of clients, community groups and agencies.
About Us
Uniting Communities is a leading, inclusive not-for-profit community services organisation working alongside more than 80,000 South Australians each year to reduce inequality, improve well-being, overcome disadvantage and support people to live the best lives they can. We value diversity and are committed to providing respectful, accessible services.
Why Work For Us?
In addition to your salary, you can package up to $15,900 per year pre-tax and additionally a $2,650 Meals and Entertainment card. 12 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave, 1 Week Paid Cultural Leave for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Staff, 1 Day of Community Engagement Leave. Uniting Communities is an equal opportunity employer committed to a safe, inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
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