Case workers
- Part-time
- Newcastle
WHOs Newcastle
WHOS Newcastle
Description
WHOS® (We Help Ourselves) programs and services are based in NSW and QLD and cater for individuals who are experiencing difficulties with substance use dependence. Further information can be accessed at - www.whos.com.au
We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, and motivated staff member to join WHOS multidisciplinary team at our Newcastle Day Program to work with clients seeking community-based support.
About the Role – What you will be doing
- Providing extensive AOD assessments, and referrals
- Undertaking case management and goal setting
- Facilitation of treatment groups.
- Maintain data entry and collection of AOD outcome measures.
- Ensure compliance with internal policy and procedure, clinical governance, and contractual requirements in relation to service delivery.
- Attend practise supervision and external in services.
Benefits
- Doing work that matters for one of Australia’s recognised leading NGO - AOD organisations.
- Ongoing training and development with interactive E Learning platform and external training opportunities
- New office space close to Newcastle transport that is technologically furbished.
- Small supportive team
- Remuneration is negotiable based on experience and qualifications SCHADSI level 4.
- Salary Sacrificing Benefit Card
- Monday to Friday day work – 4 days negotiable
Requirement
APPLICANTS MUST RESPOND TO THE SELECTION CRITERIA BELOW
Essential Criteria
- Tertiary qualifications in Social Science or Alcohol and other Drug (AOD) /Mental Health or related fields
- Experience working in the AOD/Mental Health field
- Experience in assessment and referral of clients with multiple complex needs with mental health and AOD dependence 4) Knowledge of Harm Reduction approaches with AOD target groups.
- Demonstrated capacity to negotiate and develop referral pathways with allied services.
- Advanced case management skills.
- Effective liaison, communication, and networking development skills
- Competent in computer skills and documentation in client electronic files
- First Aid Certificate
How to apply?
Please note, to apply for this position you must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to provide a current National Police Clearance.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply
To be considered for this position please send a CV with a cover letter addressing the criteria to:
Jamie Young – WHOS Hunter Region Manager by email Jamie.Young@whos.com.au or for further enquiries 0457 111 344
