The Oolong Aboriginal Corporation as known as Oolong House was established in 1989 and operates a residential drug and alcohol rehabilitation centre on the South Coast of NSW
Our program is designed for Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal men aged 18 and over, we offer a 16- week alcohol and other drug therapeutic program.
Through our treatment programs, Oolong House enables people to integrate back into society reconnecting with their families and community. We provide a secure place for individuals to stay while they are recovering, in an environment that is culturally appropriate and supportive of efforts at rehabilitation
We provide client cantered, holistic programs, focusing on all aspects of an individual’s social and emotional wellbeing, as part of our program, we explore the positive impact that harm minimisation has on a person, their family and community. We will provide a variety of life skills, financial, all the while supporting clients and providing them with the tools needed to overcome their alcohol or drug misuse.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Working with a caseload of up to 20 residents at any time
- Follow up residents needs and requests
- Support residents through 16 week program
- Notify residents of the outcome of their request throughout the program
- Conduct and notify residents of their leaves and visit requests
- Conduct treatment plans with residents upon arrival
- Liaise with external agencies such as Probation and Parole, NSW Police Service, Solicitors ETC
- Participate in random room searches
- Complete case notes accurately and in a timely manner
Benefits and perks
- Oolong House offers a positive and supportive team setting.
Skills and experience
- Ability to communicate effectively in a team
- Ability to work under pressure
- Demonstrated capacity to work with groups
- Ability to implement and encourage others to implement all organisational Policies & Procedures
- Previous experience managing needs of complex clients
- Previous experience working with people with problems related to Alcohol and Other Drugs and Mental Illness
- Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs or willingness to obtain
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📌 AOD Case Manager (Nowra)
🏢 The Oolong Aboriginal
📍 Nowra
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