**Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are encouraged to apply.

We Help Ourselves Hunter operates a residential Therapeutic Community for men & women within the Cessnock area.

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Manager to provide service operations under the direction of the manager.

The role requires effective communication, coordination and leadership skills with the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment, experience in case management, training and supervision of staff. Strong administration skills to provide a range of reports in relation to established KPIs, experience with informational management systems, and the maintenance of client records is needed.

Further requirements include overseeing the therapeutic program, assisting the manager in achieving the aims and objectives of the service and experience in working with substance dependence/mental health clients with complex needs.

Selection criteria

Essential Qualities:

• Recognised qualification in AOD and Mental Health or relevant qualification,

• Demonstrated experience working in AOD, mental health or related field
• Experience in staff leadership and service coordination
• Sound knowledge of harm reduction strategies
• Good time management
• Demonstrated high level of competence with written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent computer literacy
• Current 1st Aid Certificate
• Current NSW driver’s licence
• Criminal Record Check before commencement

Desirable Qualities:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the AOD field with expertise in leadership roles, assessment, referral, group work and case management,
• Experience working in a Therapeutic Community

Remuneration: Negotiated based on qualifications and experience equivalent to SACS Award.

Salary packaging applies.

All enquiries in the position please contact Jamie Young, Manager, (02) 4991 7000 or email [email protected], using the subject line: Assistant Manager - Cessnock enquiry via EthicalJobs.