• Leading Community Services Organisation
• Salary packaging, and competitive sector remuneration
• Full Time,  Max Term until 30/12/2025
• Port Phillip Prison, 451 Dohertys Road, Truganina 3029

 About the opportunity

The Forensic AOD Clinician works to reduce AOD related harms for men both sentenced and on remand at Port Phillip Prison, focusing on the relationship between substance use and offending behaviour.  

This position plays a critical role in the provision of effective forensic AOD treatment through assessments, group facilitation and other treatment services using contemporary, evidenced-based models of offender behaviour and harm reduction principles. 

To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will have a passion in harm reduction principles, and group facilitation for men in the criminal justice system with substance use behaviours. Previous experience working within a Prison setting is desired, but not essential.

Benefits of working at Uniting

Our work isn’t easy, but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.

In addition to your salary of SCHADS Level 4 + super, you can access the following.

• An extra 17.5% on top of your fortnightly pay when you take paid annual leave
• Ability to increase your take-home pay by accessing up to $15,900 in salary packaging benefits which can be used for living expenses such as rent, groceries, bills, clothing, and much more
• 10% discount on the childcare subsidy gap fee when using a Uniting Early Learning service or centre
• Access training and development opportunities to help you grow

How to Apply

If this sounds like you, click 'Apply Now' to:

• Cover Letter (1 page outlining your suitability according to the position description, please address the Core Selection Criteria as listed in the PD)
• Current Resume (no more than 3 pages)

View the position description here

Applications close at COB on the closing date.

Get in touch

For more information about the role, please contact Lana Nguyen, Manager of Forensic Services on 0421 720 606 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Forensic Clinician enquiry via EthicalJobs.

About Uniting

At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.