The successful applicant will be responsible for:

• Conducting assessments of clients’ conditions;
• Providing counselling to clients on a one to one basis or in group sessions;
• Referring clients to other services as appropriate;
• Delivering education & awareness groups relating to substance misuse risk factors, responsible use, and their management;
• Working collaboratively with clients to identify their needs, set goals and develop client care plans

To fulfil this role you will need:

• A minimum of a certificate IV qualification in AoD
• Minimum 2 years of previous experience in providing support for individuals with substance misuse and other complex issues.
• Demonstrated commitment to working with people with alcohol and other drug problems;
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of issues affecting Indigenous Australians and ability to communicate and negotiate sensitively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, liaison and negotiation skills, including the ability to provide accurate, consistent, timely and appropriate service to clients;
• Ability to maintain client records, statistics,
• Sound case note and report writing skills
• Sound written and oral communication skills
• Sound computer skills.
• Senior first aid certificate
• Current NSW driver's licence

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

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