AOD Recovery Case Worker — Impact & Support

The Salvation Army; Mount Isa City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote Area Housing Benefit

Paid parental leave

Flexible working arrangements

Health & wellness programs

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander支

Job summary

The Salvation Army Mount Isa Recovery Services Centre is seeking an AOD Case Worker to provide person-centred support to adults in our residential recovery program. You will work with participants to identify strengths, set goals and develop practical strategies to improve health and wellbeing.

Join a multidisciplinary team using evidence-based approaches and group programs, while promoting culturally safe practice and long-term recovery.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs or related qualification.
• Experience in AOD services, case management or community services.
• Knowledge of harm minimisation, trauma-informed practice and recovery-oriented care.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience with diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ and other diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive AOD assessments, screening and risk evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment and recovery plans.
• Deliver strengths-based, trauma-informed case management and ongoing support.
• Apply evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness and relapse prevention.
• Coordinate referrals and collaborate with mental health, medical and specialist services.
• Facilitate therapeutic and psychoeducational group programs, including the Salvos' Foundations Program.
• Support participants to strengthen life skills, develop healthy coping strategies and work towards long-term recovery.
• Maintain accurate case notes and documentation in line with organisational policies and legislative requirements.
• Promote culturally safe, inclusive and person-centred practice, particularly when working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Relationship-building

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Trauma-informed practice

Education

Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs

Job description

The Salvation Army Mount Isa Recovery Services Centre is seeking an AOD Case Worker to provide person-centred support to adults in our residential recovery program. You will work with participants to identify strengths, set goals and develop practical strategies to improve health and wellbeing.

Join a multidisciplinary team using evidence-based approaches and group programs, while promoting culturally safe practice and long-term recovery.