EMPLOYMENT

Permanent – Full Time Salary: $78189 to $82164 Super Not for Profit Salary Packaging Salary dependent upon qualifications and experience Location: Broken Hill NSW 2880 Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need! Life at Mission Australia When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we advocate for a fairer Australia, to meet the growing needs of people across the country. Together we’re building hope and possibility for all. Find out more about us and our purpose . Your Opportunity The AOD Youth Case Worker position in Broken Hill focuses on supporting young people throughout recovery in relation to substance use concerns, providing both group programs and individual support. In this dynamic role, you’ll facilitate structured alcohol and other drug group programs and provide tailored health and social support to empower young individuals on their journeys to recovery. Outreach work will be key, allowing you to reach those in the community who may not be able to access services easily. The use of a pool car for travel during work hours is a great benefit, ensuring that you can effectively engage with young people in various locations. If you’re ready to inspire hope and drive change, we want to hear from you! Your journey to making a difference starts here! Your key responsibilities will be to: Respond to referrals of clients to the service from internal and external support services. Undertake initial registrations Work with clients to create individualized support plans Provide ongoing case management sessions with clients and review progression against case plans Provide structured Alcohol and other Drug Group Programs Maintain relationships with key stakeholders including clinical drug and alcohol treatment services including Far Western Local Health District and Non-Government Providers Assist clients in the process of transition out of the service into the community. Requirements for Success Qualifications in Drug and Alcohol and /or Community Services or Case Management Experience providing Case Management to individuals with complex needs. Understanding of issues impacting young people and addiction experience in that field Current NSW driver’s license Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people. Your benefits Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via AccessPay Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support Volunteering opportunities Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Extra leave including: Mission Australia Thank You Day & Work Anniversary Day off Our culture Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career. We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia. If you live with disability and require support to submit your application , please email talentattraction@missionaustralia.com.au or visit our Careers page for additional contact details. We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at Deadlycareers@missionaustralia.com.au Find out more about a career with Mission Australia . How to apply Click ‘Apply’ and send your application today! As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application. Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you