Alcohol and Drug (AOD) Assessment Officer Service Name: Odyssey House Organization Name: Odyssey House McGrath Foundation Location: Central East Sydney [Canterbury and Botany] – Application Closing Date: 28/06/2017 Position Description: Full time fixed term contract until 30th June 2018 (with possible extension) • 38hr week - Monday to Friday • Central East Sydney Locations • SCHADS Award Level 3 Pay Point 1 • Odyssey House McGrath Foundation is a not for profit organisation that provides rehabilitation and community services to individuals with alcohol and other drug dependencies. Odyssey House seeks an experienced alcohol and other drug professional to work with a dynamic new team in the new and expanding Odyssey House Community Services programs. These programs are non residential and will be located in the Central and Eastern Sydney region.(Botany/Mascot) The AOD Assessment Officer will provide the initial point of contact for clients, and services referring clients, to Odyssey House (OH) Community Services. They will conduct screening and assessments, evaluate eligibility, provide information and arrange appropriate services according to client needs. They will assist with creating linkages to relevant support services that will enhance recovery outcomes for clients. The Assessment Officer will contribute to the support of clients who are awaiting service provision. Position Requirements: SELECTION CRITERIA: Only applicants that address and meet the above selection criteria will be considered for interview. Minimum tertiary qualifications in Mental Health or Alcohol and Other Drugs, or equivalent; Demonstrated experience working with culturally diverse, complex, coerced and AOD / Mental Health populations; Demonstrated skills in written communication, including report writing, case notes and data recording; Proven experience conducting relevant assessments and support for individuals, carers and families within the AOD and MH fields Knowledge and/or experience responding to clients in crisis (e.g. presenting suicide/self-harm);
Alcohol and Drug (AOD) Assessment Officer Service Name: Odyssey House Organization Name: Odyssey House McGrath Foundation Location: Central East Sydney – [Canterbury and Botany] Application Closing Date: 28/06/2017 Position Description: • Full time fixed term contract until 30th June 2018 (with possible extension) • 38hr week - Monday to Friday • Central East Sydney Locations • SCHADS Award Level 3 Pay Point 1 Odyssey House McGrath Foundation is a not for profit organisation that provides rehabilitation and community services to individuals with alcohol and other drug dependencies. Odyssey House seeks an experienced alcohol and other drug professional to work with a dynamic new team in the new and expanding Odyssey House Community Services programs. These programs are non residential and will be located in the Central and Eastern Sydney region.(Botany/Mascot) The AOD Assessment Officer will provide the initial point of contact for clients, and services referring clients, to Odyssey House (OH) Community Services. They will conduct screening and assessments, evaluate eligibility, provide information and arrange appropriate services according to client needs. They will assist with creating linkages to relevant support services that will enhance recovery outcomes for clients. The Assessment Officer will contribute to the support of clients who are awaiting service provision. Position Requirements: SELECTION CRITERIA: Only applicants that address and meet the above selection criteria will be considered for interview. Minimum tertiary qualifications in Mental Health or Alcohol and Other Drugs, or equivalent; Demonstrated experience working with culturally diverse, complex, coerced and AOD / Mental Health populations; Demonstrated skills in written communication, including report writing, case notes and data recording; Proven experience conducting relevant assessments and support for individuals, carers and families within the AOD and MH fields Knowledge and/or experience responding to clients in crisis (e.g. presenting suicide/self-harm);