Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Specialist
Core
Provide specialist Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) support, assessments, and counselling interventions to individuals exiting Ravenhall Correctional Centre to reduce substance-related harms and promote reintegration.
Role type
Clinical AOD Specialist (Community Reintegration)
Builds
Post-release support plans and community reintegration pathways for ex-prisoners
Domain
Corrections / Criminal Justice / Substance Use Disorder Treatment
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
AOD assessment, harm reduction strategies, trauma-informed care, case management, treatment planning, data entry, knowledge of Victorian Criminal Justice System
Preferred skills
Experience in correctional environments, dual diagnosis support
Technologies
Information management systems
Responsibilities
Provide high-quality engagement, assessment, treatment, and support services; develop formulations and treatment plans within a harm reduction framework; prepare case notes and manage client data; provide education and practical assistance to reduce substance use harms; contribute to case-management and community reintegration plans; collaborate with custodial and non-custodial staff and external providers.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC