Job Title: AOD Care Navigator (identified position)

ABOUT US

Armajun Health Service Aboriginal Corporation provides culturally appropriate Aboriginal health care services and the promotion of healthy lifestyles, well-being and good health with the support and participation of our communities.

Clear pathways to career progression + ongoing learning and development opportunities

SCHCADS Award hourly rates range from $43.08 - $46.35 + super + NFP salary packaging benefits

Location: Roles in Armidale 2350 and Inverell 2360: Full time

THE HUB

The St Vincent de Paul Society NSW has been awarded a grant from NSW Health to open and operate an Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Hub in the New England region, NSW. The Regional AOD Connection Hub, is an exciting new service that provides specialist AOD treatment and support, with a focus on delivering services tailored to meet the needs of people living in rural and regional areas. Collaborating with Armajun Aboriginal Health Service Aboriginal Corporation the AOD Hub provides services for people living in the New England region who are experiencing Drug and Alcohol concerns and other co-occurring needs.

THE ROLE

The AOD Care Navigator for Armajun Aboriginal health Service Aboriginal Corporation will support all aspects of the case management and care coordination journey with a particular focus on First Nations participants of the Hub. Partnering with our dedicated team members and external services, you will create person-centred support plans for each individual, rooted in empowerment and resilience, ensuring they receive the highest level of support services, and treatment.

Must be willing to travel.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Empower people to cultivate hope, empowerment, and a sense of connectedness

Assist in delivering psychoeducation and AOD group programs across diverse regions.

Support the Intake Screening process and conduct assessments for AOD Hub access.

Provide comprehensive case management and care coordination for AOD Hub clients.

Facilitate shared care arrangements to ensure collaborative services.

Conduct regular appointments using various modalities for AOD Hub clients. who live across the New England

Offer evidence-based treatment and personalised care plans.

Assess treatment outcomes and client satisfaction levels.

Tailor treatments to be culturally appropriate for Indigenous Australians.

Participate in daily intake and care coordination meetings & engage in multi-disciplinary case review meetings.

Act as a key worker in supporting, coordinating, and managing AOD Hub clients.

Liaise with referring agencies to ensure positive outcomes for clients

Develop and implement referral pathways for accessing community-based services

Provide support and care coordination for families and significant others of AOD Hub clients.

Maintain accurate client records and documentation.

YOU WILL NEED

Minimum TAFE Certificate IV in the welfare or related field.

Previous experience providing support to marginalised and vulnerable people

Demonstrated knowledge of issues relating to alcohol and other drug issues.

Demonstrated awareness of appropriate local community support services for alcohol and other drugs, including government agencies and NGOs, and the capacity to build and maintain strong relationships with such service providers.

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to use sound judgement and act appropriately in crisis and emergency situations

Sound computer skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Awareness and understanding of the Work Health and Safety legislation and a commitment to promoting safe work practices.

NSW driver licence

Willingness to complete a criminal history check, working with children and provide conformation of Aboriginality.

APPLY NOW

If this sounds like you, don’t wait - apply now by addressing the 'you will need' points, we are interviewing applications as we receive them.

Any queries please email [email protected]