Group Facilitator

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES This position will be responsible to operate within the framework and principles of harm minimisation as articulated in National Drug Strategy , the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ Drug Strategy ) and the Queensland Alcohol and Other Drug Treatment Service Delivery Framework 2015 (and subsequent revisions of these documents). Recognise the spectrum of substance use and stages of change. Work with clients across all stages of substance use. Respond to the full range of psychoactive substances available (including alcohol, tobacco, licit and illicit drug use, pharmaceutical drug misuse, emerging synthetics, poly drug use). Consider the support needs of the client and their family, including dependent children. Respond to the method of use and associated risk factors, in recognition of the fact that drug use trends change rapidly. Flexibly meet clients’ needs varying including ways to maximise participation such as outreach, and hours of operation. Core components of the role will include engagement and pre and post testing assessment, group dynamics and facilitation, a knowledge of brief interventions, counselling using endorsed therapeutic approaches, harm reduction education and information, and possible referral options to other services. How to apply for this job To be considered for this position, please send your application to Katie Farmer: ******@drugarm.com.au #J-18808-Ljbffr