Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-Operative – Health & Wellbeing Services now has the following vacancy at our Shepparton Office
Alcohol and Other Drugs Support Worker
Full-time | 38 hours per week
This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under 'special measures' of Section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
Make a meaningful difference in the lives of Aboriginal people, families and community. Join our Health & Wellbeing team and provide culturally protected, strengths-based support that promotes healing, recovery and positive change for people affected by alcohol and other drugs.
About the role
The AOD Support Worker provides culturally safe, client-focused support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people affected by alcohol and other drugs (AOD). Working alongside individuals and families, you will help address substance use issues, promote health and wellbeing,
and support recovery pathways.
The role requires a strong understanding of Aboriginal culture, history and social issues to ensure services are culturally appropriate, respectful and effective.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs or an equivalent qualification.
- Experience working with Aboriginal communities in a health or social service setting, particularly in AOD-related services.
- Strong understanding of the social, cultural and historical factors affecting Aboriginal people and communities.
- Ability to work respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal people and families, recognising their values, cultural practices and needs.
- Strong communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in case management and community-based service delivery.
📌 ALCOHOL & OTHER DRUGS SUPPORT WORKER (Mooroopna)
🏢 Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative
📍 Mooroopna
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