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• Part-time (32 hours per week / 0.8 FTE), Permanent.
• Based at Lower Plenty
• $83,941.88 FTE per annum, plus super
• 17.5% annual leave loading and generous salary packaging options
• Progressive Workplace Flexibility options that enable genuine work life balance

About Odyssey House Victoria

Odyssey House Victoria (OHV) is a place of hope and positive change for individuals working towards breaking their pattern of addiction. At Odyssey House we believe that every person should have the opportunity to change and grow. Our diverse teams work with individuals, families, and communities to reduce alcohol and other drug (AOD) use, improve mental health, and reconnect people to their family and the community. OHV is a dynamic and fast-growing organisation committed to excellence in service provision and innovation in responding to alcohol and other drugs use problems.

About the Therapeutic Community

The position is based at Lower Plenty in a residential treatment setting utilising the Therapeutic Community model of care. Residents are encouraged to support themselves and others in the personal change process as well as having a multidisciplinary team approach. The program consists of group-based treatment, exploration of values and goals and skill development.

About this opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and versatile individual to deliver evidence-based training modules to our Residents through psychoeducational group work facilitation.

This role would suit someone who has experience in transferring/imparting knowledge for skills development whilst also facilitating group discussions and managing dynamics of disadvantaged or challenged group of individuals.

Key areas of focus

• Group Facilitation & Training
• Training Support
• Participation in Continuous Improvement

Duties include but are not limited to…

• Deliver evidence-based training modules to residents.
• Assist individuals to develop skills and knowledge in areas such as relapse prevention, problem solving, emotion regulation and developing healthy relationships.
• Facilitate psychoeducational groups e.g. life skills, relapse prevention, use of social media, social networks, and skills for reintegrating back into the wider community following residential rehabilitation.
• Monitor and maintain resident records of attendance, application of learning activities and provide feedback as required.
• Ensure training is planned and delivered in a timely, effective, and efficient manner, consistent with organisational objectives.
• Support Senior Clinicians in facilitating psychoeducation groups by up-skilling them through job-shadowing, discussing module materials and scenarios, observation, and feedback.
• Liaise with and support Volunteers who facilitate literacy and numeracy sessions with residents.

For a copy of the position description which outlines the full list of responsibilities, please click HERE.

A week in the role

If you were here last week, you would have:

• Enjoyed daily lunches prepared by our onsite kitchen.
• Facilitated psychoeducation groups.
• Supported residents to access behaviour change programs to obtain driving licences.

Key Selection Criteria

We are looking for an experienced and passionate trainer/group facilitator to support our residents in practical skills and knowledge development for improved self-esteem and empowerment.

To be successful in this role, you must meet the following:

• Relevant Health, Social or Welfare related degree/tertiary qualification with one-years’ experience and/or substantive experience or an Associate Diploma with relevant experience.
• AOD skill Set or commitment to obtain within 12 months of employment,* (Refer Appendix A)
• Training experience (minimum 2 years) and demonstrated ability to deliver psychoeducational content to disadvantaged or challenged group of individuals.
• Experience in working with a diverse population including people who have previously had poor experiences with education and staff who have varying needs and capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to engage clients in dialogue with positive outcomes.
• Experience in transferring/imparting knowledge for skills development.
• Demonstrated knowledge of record keeping methods, administrative procedures, task coordination, and confidentiality and privacy protocols.
• Ability to meet deadlines, balance competing demands and to prioritise work effectively. Capacity to continuously review and make responsive changes where needed to ensure a high standard of service delivery.

For a copy of the position description which outlines the full list of responsibilities, please click HERE.

*Appendix A (AOD Competencies)

OHV requires staff in clinical positions to have the following competencies (or their equivalent). Where people do not already have these competencies, OHV will invest in the staff’s professional development by providing them through our registered training organisation (RTO).
The competencies required in the first 12 months of employment are:

• CHCAOD001 – Work in an alcohol and other drugs context
• CHCAOD004 – Assess needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues
• CHCAOD006 – Provide interventions for people with alcohol and other drugs issues
• CHCAOD009 – Develop and review individual alcohol and other drugs treatment plans

What we can give YOU!

In return we are committed to offering you an inclusive and transparent workplace culture where our people can develop to be their very best by:

• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Providing work that is meaningful and challenging, with career development opportunities through project and secondment opportunities.
• Providing career pathways across diverse OHV programs.
• Access to 24/7 counselling through our Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)
• Generous leave options such as 48/52 Purchase Leave, Study Leave and Sabbaticals
• Flexible working arrangements such as, school-orientated part-year hours and monthly RDO’s for full-timers (arrangements will vary based on role requirements).

In addition to the above, you may be provided monthly Clinical Supervision sessions for professional development and personal wellbeing.

Application information

Please apply directly via our ELMO careers website by clicking the "Apply Now" button (applications via email will not be considered).

Applications should be addressed to Carol Rowe and include your CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.

If you have any questions relating to the position, please contact Carol Rowe, Quality and Training Manager, Residential Programs on [email protected] using the subject line: Trainer & Group Facilitator enquiry via EthicalJobs or 0414 299 387.

We will be assessing applications on a rolling basis and suitable candidates will be shortlisted immediately. This role will close once a suitable candidate has been selected which may be prior to the application deadline, so please don’t wait to apply!

Our commitment to diversity

At OHV we value diversity and believe that a range of backgrounds brings a variety of ideas, perspectives and experiences that will enhance our effectiveness. We promote a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions by encouraging people with disability, Aboriginal Australians, LGBTQIA, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

Safety screening

OHV is committed to child safety and is a child safe organisation. All OHV employees must undergo Police Records and Working with Children Checks. Any person issued with a negative notice on their Working with Children Check will not be eligible for employment with us.

Mandatory COVID vaccinations

In line with OHV's Mandatory Vaccination Policy, all Odyssey House Victoria staff are required to hold Fully Vaccinated (Boosted) status, having also received the Booster Vaccination. Evidence of this minimum of three (3) COVID-19 vaccinations will be requested during the onboarding process and offers will be rescinded where such evidence cannot be provided.

All Odyssey House Victoria sites are smoke free for all employees.