Aboriginal AOD Case Worker — Community Health Impact

Armajun Aboriginal Health Service; Glen Innes; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Armajun Aboriginal Health Service in Glen Innes and/or Tenterfield seeks a Drug and Alcohol Case Worker with a TAFE level qualification or higher in health, welfare, social work, or related area, to deliver culturally appropriate primary health care to Aboriginal communities in Inverell and surrounding districts.

The role requires understanding of AOD issues, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to network and coordinate referrals, with willingness to travel overnight within

Qualifications

• Formal qualifications in health, welfare, social work or related area at a TAFE/institute level or above or substantial experience in any of these areas.
• Demonstrated understanding of AOD issues.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including proficiency with word processing, internet and e-mail.

Skills

Communication skills

AOD knowledge

Networking & referrals

Self-motivation

Willingness to travel

Driver's licence

Aboriginal community engagement

Education

TAFE level qualification (Certificate IV or above)

Job description

Armajun Aboriginal Health Service in Glen Innes and/or Tenterfield seeks a Drug and Alcohol Case Worker with a TAFE level qualification or higher in health, welfare, social work, or related area, to deliver culturally appropriate primary health care to Aboriginal communities in Inverell and surrounding districts.

The role requires understanding of AOD issues, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to network and coordinate referrals, with willingness to travel overnight within