The Crossroads program service delivery model is the first of its kind in Western Australia and is funded by the Mental Health Commission to provide a unique and innovative response towards tackling antisocial behaviour, alcohol and drug related harm for those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in the Fremantle CBD, Perth CBD, and the Maylands commercial areas.

We currently have a vacancy for a person to join our outreach team who engage with the homeless community that are involved in street present drinking and substance misuse. The outreach team consists of a Senior Outreach worker, an Aboriginal Health Outreach worker and an Assertive outreach worker (this position).

The successful applicant will be required to:

• Experience working in an outreach capacity, particularly with people with complex needs.
• Experience and ability to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• Demonstrated experience in culturally appropriate secure practice
• Demonstrated relevant experience in delivery of services to clients with alcohol and other drug issues or other relevant complex or multiple issues
• Demonstrated experience in harm minimisation
• Knowledge and experience in trauma informed approach
• Effectively manage difficult and /or delicate situations
• Ability to assess and manage risk
• Strong local networks and ability to utilise these effectively to address client needs
• Experience in the delivery of training /community education ( highly desirable)

A relevant Diploma or Degree Level qualification is required, as is a current WA ‘C’ Class Drivers Licence. Persons of aboriginal or culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please refer to the St Pat’s website for full application package and job description.