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    Welfare Worker - Melbourne, Australia - Western Health

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    Full time, Part time
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    Welfare Worker - Residential Units (Drug Health Services)

    Summary

    An exciting opportunity exists at Western Health Drug Health Services for Welfare Workers. This position will be primarily based at Westside Lodge Dual Diagnosis Rehabilitation Centre, however the DHS Residential Units Welfare Worker will also be required to support the DHS Withdrawal Units as required.

    The Welfare worker is an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, providing both 1:1 and group interventions and support. The Welfare Worker will facilitate support to individuals who reside in Westside Lodge, including taking on outings, supporting through therapeutic groups, supporting clients in reviews with consultants and facilitate recovery through the provision of client-centred and non-judgemental support and case management.

    About the Position

    • Within a supportive and therapeutic framework, provide feedback to consumers on their behaviours, and, where required, outline problematic behaviour/develop an agreed on plan of action with the client
    • Contribute to development and/or implementation of individual treatment plans (ITPs) and review and adjust ITPs to support clients to achieve their treatment goals
    • Support the delivery of high quality and evidence-based interventions in line with Western Health's Values and Best Care framework

    About You

    As an experienced Welfare Worker, you will have:

    • Previous experience in a similar role and/or working with those who have AOD, mental health and medical complexity
    • A passion for providing safe and modern care to clients with substance use issues
    • sound knowledge and understanding of treatment options for clients presenting with AOD, mental health and medical complexity
    • High levels of organisation, collaboration, adaptability and communication

    About Us

    Our workforce of over 13,000 employees are driven by our values of 'Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety' (CARES). We value our people and provide them the opportunity to grow and develop. Our teams are friendly and supportive, ensuring we deliver a safe, person-centred and connected patient experience.

    Western Health is in a period of rapid growth. Our services comprise of four acute public hospitals: Footscray Hospital, Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh & Melton Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Day Hospital, Hazeldean, Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care, as well as community health centres in Melton, Caroline Springs and Bacchus Marsh and a range of community-based services. We care for a diverse community of more than 1 million people with complex care needs ranging from Neonates to Geriatrics.

    Our employees enjoy a wide range of benefits such as:

    • Professional development support
    • Career advancement opportunities
    • Salary packaging including novated vehicle leasing
    • Work-life balance

    Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

    Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

    All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation status clearance (including evidence of COVID 19 vaccination) and (if applicable) a Working with Children's Check.

    Western Health do not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from Recruitment Agencies.

    Essential: Qualifications in a relevant discipline
    Essential: Minimum qualifications to Certificate IV level in Drug and Alcohol and/or Mental Health, or willingness to work towards the same or equivalent
    Essential: Demonstrated experience working with clients with AOD use, mental health issues and complex comorbidities
    Essential: Demonstrated capacity to manage and problem solve in crisis situations
    Essential: Excellent interpersonal, communication, conflict resolution and negotiation skills
    Essential: Demonstrate positive workplace behaviours
    Essential: Basic computer literacy skills
    Desirable: Experience in the provision of services to individuals and groups affected by substance use and associated comorbidities
    Desirable: Knowledge of the biological and social effects of drug use and its impact on family/significant others and community
    Desirable: Understanding of and commitment to the principles and practises of harm minimisation in the drug and alcohol field
    Desirable: Current driver's licence


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