Queensland Injectors Health Network – Mackay QLD
QuIHN is a statewide, not-for-profit, and non-government health service which provides a variety of health services to people who use substances throughout Queensland across three service areas:
Harm Reduction Services; Better Access Medical Clinic. QuIHN encourages a positive work environment and individual career development by providing team building opportunities, individual learning and development plans, supervision, professional development funds, safe and supportive work practices, and flexible working arrangements to assist employees in managing a work/life balance.
We value and seek the knowledge of:
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples People with a lived/living experience of substance use About the role Part time position - 15 hours per week
In this role, you will provide counselling and psychosocial group work to individuals on community supervision orders within Corrections' offices, who are also affected by substance use and other related concerns such as mental health.
Client Therapy and Support: Providing counselling that utilises evidence-based therapeutic modalities for the achievement of client identified goals Providing harm reduction and other health promotion services Utilising alcohol and drug and mental health assessments Ensuring client data is entered to a high standard Facilitating and/or co-facilitating psychosocial education and support groups What we're looking for Someone who is passionate about their work and the health outcomes of both clients and the broader community and can demonstrate:
Previous experience in a similar role Tertiary qualification (e.g. Cert IV or above) in a relevant field Ability to engage clients on community supervision orders (Parole and Probation) Willingness to work considerately and non-judgmentally with people who use substances as well as people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds Ability to achieve a successful Criminal History Check + Admin Form 27A (Application to Visit) - as required by Queensland Corrective Services Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Programs; Word, Excel, Outlook Current Queensland driver's licence (or equivalent) Salary and Benefits Part time position @ $43.08 per hour + superannuation Flexible working arrangements to support work life balance Tax-Free Salary Packaging options up to $15,900, plus electronic device, meal entertainment and holiday accommodation packaging Generous leave provisions including leave loading + additional paid leave - up to 6 days per annum Access to Employee Assistance Program for staff and immediate family Great workplace culture, supportive managers, and a team committed to purpose To apply To enable us to assess your merit, you should apply via Seek with:
Your current resume, including qualifications and employment history. A short statement (of no more than two (2) pages) demonstrating your experience in relation to the "About the Role" and how you fit "What we're looking for". As well as outlining your motivation to join QuIHN. Applications close on Friday, 11 October 2024; however, the position may be filled before that time.
If you have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of the advert, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful.
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