Alcohol & Other Drugs (AOD) Worker

Job description

Employing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People at Ngwala is essential to maintaining culturally aligned services. We STRONGLY encourage Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this role and others as they become available. About Ngwala: Ngwala Willumbong is a leading provider of culturally safe and effective support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We are committed to supporting individuals affected by alcohol and other drug misuse, providing them with pathways to recovery through holistic and culturally appropriate rehabilitation programs. About the Role: The key role of the AOD Worker is to provide culturally safe outreach case management support to Aboriginal people who are affected by alcohol and/or other drug use. Within a culturally safe and harm minimisation framework the worker will undertake: - AOD assessments using a template - Assist client to complete, implement and review Individual Treatment Plans - Provide psycho-social support to clients - Refer and link clients to specialist AOD and other agencies - Advocate on behalf of clients. The worker will also undertake community development activities including: - Health promo...