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We Help Ourselves
About the role
About the role
WHOS Penrith Day Program has a full position available for an Aboriginal AOD Worker. The position is 38 hours per week and is offered on a full-time basis; however, part-time arrangements may be considered for the right candidate. The role involves providing the WHOS Day Program range of services to clients in a culturally appropriate and sensitive manner, including the use of WHOS assessment and care planning tools, and group work materials.
Key responsibilities
Support Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander clients to engage, and remain engaged, with the service and to strengthen cultural identity, connection, and belonging
Address harmful AOD use as it impacts Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people
Provide AOD assessment & referral, case management, one to one & group support
Provide AOD information sessions in a culturally appropriate manner
Liaise with allied service providers, and in particular Aboriginal service providers
About you
Qualifications in AOD, Community Services, or a related field
Experience working in AOD, mental health or a related field
Networking experience, in particular with Aboriginal specific service providers
Knowledge of Aboriginal specific AOD, health and community services in the region
Demonstrated cultural capability, which includes knowledge and understanding of contemporary issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people experiencing harm caused by AOD use
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of current harm reduction approaches
Sound written and verbal communication skills, and computer literacy
Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
Current National Police Check
About us
We Help Ourselves (WHOS) provides a range of alcohol and other drugs (AOD) treatment programs in NSW and Queensland.
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