Men’s Residential Rehabilitation Worker (Alcohol & Other Drugs)
Core
Provide day-to-day care, support, and supervision to clients in a residential setting to assist with recovery from alcohol and other drug misuse.
Role type
Residential Rehabilitation Support Worker
Builds
Culturally safe and effective support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Domain
Social work / Substance misuse rehabilitation
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Knowledge of Aboriginal history and culture, Understanding of AOD issues, Computer skills (Microsoft Office), Ability to de-escalate conflict, Strong interpersonal communication, Organisation and time management
Preferred skills
Lived experience in the Aboriginal community, Confidence driving large vehicles (Van)
Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day care and support to clients in a residential setting, Assist with culturally appropriate program activities, Facilitate client inductions and document progress, Transport clients to appointments and supervise medication administration, Conduct drug and alcohol screenings, Foster a safe, supportive space that respects cultural identity, Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, direct care role