Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 24th Jun 2022
- Regional VIC > Ballarat & Central Highlands
We require a Nurse with an empathic and nonjudgmental approach who has a passion for working with a diverse client group.
The AOD NRW Nurse will work within a harm minimisation framework, providing treatment and pathways for clients utilising evidence-based treatment. This will include engagement, assessment, treatment planning, support and advocacy for clients. There will also be an opportunity to work with and support clients’ families and significant others, where appropriate.
This position provides specialist assessment for home-based withdrawal and residential withdrawal services and will be part of a multi-disciplinary team. The AOD NRW Nurse will need to work closely with other withdrawal services across the Grampians and Metro regions to ensure services are accessible and coordinated for clients.
Ballarat Community Health (BCH) provides a broad range of services to the community of Ballarat, with outreach services delivered in the Central Highlands region and beyond. In partnership with the community, we create opportunities and supportive environments which empower people to develop and maintain healthy lifestyles, as well as preventing and managing illness.
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For further enquiries about this role please contact Suzanne Powell, Manager Alcohol & Other Drug Services on 03 5338 4500.
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