Alcohol & Other Drug Youth Consultant
Core
Provide specialist Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) support, assessment, and evidence-based interventions to young people aged 12-17 with complex needs, vulnerability, and adversity.
Role type
Senior AOD practitioner / Specialist Consultant
Builds
Integrated care plans and support networks for vulnerable youth
Domain
Social work / Youth mental health / Substance use treatment
Required skills
AOD treatment and counselling, clinical judgement, trauma-informed care, care planning, stakeholder engagement, harm minimisation approaches
Preferred skills
Experience with statutory involvement, multidisciplinary team collaboration, coaching practitioners
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Assess and plan interventions for young people with complex AOD needs; coach practitioners and carers; coordinate care with internal and external partners; advocate for youth outcomes
Seniority
Mid-Senior, experienced practitioner