Full-Time Correctional AOD Specialist — Harm Reduction

The GEO Group; Fulham; On-site; AUD 84,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

GEO-sponsored study

Medibank discounts

Career progression

Free parking

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The GEO Group at Fulham Correctional Centre in regional Victoria is seeking a suitably qualified Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Specialist. The role focuses on harm reduction and helping prisoners access prison-based AOD programs to support recovery.

The successful candidate will facilitate group-based programs, develop coping strategies and relapse prevention plans, and work collaboratively to create a supportive, rehabilitative environment.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or relevant AOD qualification is required.
• Certificate IV in AOD or Diploma in AOD is desirable.
• Experience in AOD screening, assessment, case work or program delivery.
• Commitment to disadvantaged populations and complex needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a complex environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Empathy and cultural awareness.
• Resilience.

Responsibilities

• Support prisoners to access prison-based AOD programs and services.
• Focus on harm minimisation and relapse prevention planning.
• Facilitate group-based programs to build coping strategies and self-efficacy.
• Support awareness of harm reduction during custody and post-release.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enable recovery-oriented pathways.

Education

Undergraduate degree in health, social or behavioral sciences

Certificate IV in AOD

Diploma in AOD

Job description

The GEO Group at Fulham Correctional Centre in regional Victoria is seeking a suitably qualified Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Specialist. The role focuses on harm reduction and helping prisoners access prison-based AOD programs to support recovery.

The successful candidate will facilitate group-based programs, develop coping strategies and relapse prevention plans, and work collaboratively to create a supportive, rehabilitative environment.