Position Description: Youth AOD Outreach Worker

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1 Vision: Purpose: Values: Location: A community where all young people are valued, included and have every opportunity to thrive To enable young people experiencing serious disadvantage to access the resources and support they require to lead healthy and fulfilling lives. Honesty Empowerment Acceptance Respect Broadmeadows We are impartial and authentic in our practice and in how we relate to colleagues within and outside of our organisation We create a positive environment for staff and young people to make valuable contributions We accept and value the diversity of people, cultures and life s experience We respect the rights of others and treat others as we would like to be treated Employment Status: Fixed term full-time contract to 30 th June 2018 in the Muslim Youth, Adults & Families Program. Remuneration: Responsible to: Direct reports: Key responsibilities: Primary Purpose: Annual salary (SCHADS Level 5 dependent on qualifications and experience) plus 9.5% Employer superannuation, salary packaging Team Leader Preston NIL Direct Service Activities, Referral Networks and Pathways, Administration, Program Development and Evaluation, Service Promotion The purpose of this position is to work with the north-west metropolitan Melbourne Islamic community to assist young people from the community experiencing AODrelated harms. The position has been created as part of a multi-provider response to assisting this community to access early intervention drug treatment; recognizing that voluntary treatment rates are low, while mandated treatment through judicial orders is high. The position works within a partnership of AOD providers and Islamic community groups, coordinating access to and provision of drug treatment to individuals and their families. It is one of four funded positions of similar nature, but with varying emphases youth, adult, family, peer focuses. There is an emphasis on cultural understanding and competence, recognizing existing barriers to seeking and completing treatment by the cohort. 1

2 The position involves working on the premise that young people are experts in their own lives and we provide the appropriate level of support in order for them to make informed decisions. Youth outreach workers are required to work independently across a range of life areas with support from the team and supervisor. About the Muslim Youth, Adult & Families (MYAF) program The Muslim Youth, Adult & Families program is a federally-funded AOD initiative supporting the Islamic population of north-west metropolitan Melbourne to access drug treatment services. MYAF is funded through the North West Metropolitan Public Health Network (NWMPHN), and comprises a partnership of AOD providers - Odyssey House Victoria (OHV), The Salvation Army s / VincentCare Victoria s STAR program, the Youth Support & Advocacy Service (YSAS), and the Self Help Addiction Resource Centre (SHARC). This partnership is strengthened by other significant Islamic community MYAF partners (principally MyCentre, Broadmeadows, with endorsement by the Islamic Council of Victoria), whose ambition is to assist in enhancing and coordinating access to and provision of drug treatment to individuals and their families, through initiating community conversation, providing facilitation, liaison, and reach within the community- a bridging role between community, family and individual; and funded drug treatment services. 2

3 Key Responsibilities Key Area Key Responsibilities Agreed Achievement Direct Service Provision of support and information to Muslim young people about drugs and alcohol which is consistent with a harm minimisation approach. Attend regular case planning and case review meetings as part of a multi-disciplinary team Facilitate a range of responses that meet the young person s assessed needs, such as accommodation, health, food and safety, education, employment and social activities. Facilitate groups for Muslim young people, as required. Monitor the health and wellbeing of young people. Support and encourage young people to develop links with other services and/ or communities. Model appropriate behaviour and facilitate positive communication between young people. Advocate on behalf of young people, as required. Provide support to Muslim young people with substance use issues within a harm minimization framework. Support Muslim young people to improve links with communities and other services. Promote a safe and friendly environment in order to facilitate the communication between young people. Referral Networks and Pathways Provide referral and links to a range of youth services including primary health, housing, legal, justice, employment/educational and recreational services. Develop and establish collaborative relationships with key stakeholders to enhance service co- ordination. Provide secondary consultation including assisting with culturally sensitive responses, in collaboration with other team members to internal and external services. Attend relevant network meetings as requested. Collaborative partnerships and networks with relevant stakeholders established and maintained in order to achieve goals Attend network meetings in order to maintain positive relationships. Demonstrate professional and ethical communication with all networks. Articulate YSAS relationships based approach with relevant stakeholders. Develop an understanding of YSAS practice frameworks. 3

4 Key Area Key Responsibilities Agreed Achievement Administration Administration, data recording and financial accountability, including oversight clinic appointments and register clients onto the medical director database; Prepare reports as required. Adhere to petty cash procedures. Ensure relevant client files are up-to-date, accurate and meet both organizational and legislative requirements. Complete administrative tasks, meetings and organizational procedures as requested Complete reports as specified by the management team Answer phones, s, messages and where applicable respond to presenting need of the caller Other - Participate in regular supervision with team leader. Program Development and Evaluation Contribute to continuous quality improvement in relation to service delivery. Developing linkages with referral services. Collaborate with partner agencies, other support services and community based activities to integrate support and provide optimal service provision. Ensure quality improvement is adhered with Ysas procedures. Ensure effective service is delivered and referral pathways are specific to the specific group Continuous Improvement Contribute to continuous quality improvement in relation to service delivery; Developing linkages with referral services; Participation in evaluation and ongoing monitoring of the program; Include clients in the evaluation of the service where appropriate; Collaborate with partner agencies, other support services and community based activities to integrate support and provide optimal service provision. 4

5 Key Area Key Responsibilities Agreed Achievement Professional Conduct and Relationship Management Adhere to all YSAS policies and procedures including the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, EEO policy Demonstrated commitment to YSAS organisational values Provide highest ethical standards at YSAS; not only to young people in the communities we serve, but to our co-workers and ourselves Undertake proactive identification and on-going management of stakeholders, including suppliers and auditors On every occasion YSAS is represented ethically and professionally. Good working relationships with stakeholders Organisational needs understood Work collaboratively with staff across YSAS to ensure organisational needs are understood, recognised and responded to, as well as staff are supported in their services Position Requirements Education Relevant tertiary qualifications AOD, Youth Work, Community Services or other health related qualifications (i.e. Social Work, Youth Work, Family Studies, etc.). Experience Minimum of two years professional experience in similar position Knowledge and Skills Personal qualities Knowledge of and understanding of the key issues facing young people. Identification with, experience of, and understanding of the contemporary Muslim community in North West Metropolitan Melbourne Well organised but able to flex and manage competing priorities and deadlines. Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as highly developed interpersonal, coaching, and consultative skills. Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills and ability to deliver innovative solutions. Good judgment, able to influence senior managers and seen as a credible source of advice. A team player, able to work in a collaborative way. Supreme tact, sensitivity and diplomacy; ability to think on feet and act proactively with discretion. Inclusive, respects differences in all its forms, recognises the rights of others, is non judgemental Commitment to personal learning, development and improvement in pursuit of own 5

6 performance objectives and those of the team and organisation. Commitment to YSAS values and a working style that reflects these. Other Requirements Current Victorian Driver s Licence Current and ongoing successful National Police check Current and ongoing Working With Children Check Desirable - Current First Aid (Level 2) certificate Key Selection Criteria 1. Experience in working with young people with complex needs in an outreach capacity especially issues relating independent living and problematic alcohol or other drug use. 2. Demonstrated understanding of care planning and review and case work / case management approaches. In addition to responding to crises and accessing other support services. 3. Highly developed engagement and communication skills with young people from a range of backgrounds (including cultural awareness) and age groups, including ability to model appropriate behaviours and motivate young people. 4. Demonstrated experience of participation in co-operative and collaborative work practices with other service providers and community groups, including well developed liaison and networking skills. 5. Demonstrated skills in written communication, including report writing, case notes and data recording. I accept the PD as acknowledged above and understand that the PD will be reviewed as required. I also understand that the PD may need to be amended occasionally due to variations in responsibilities and organisational requirements. Changes to the PD will be consistent with the purpose for which the position was established. SIGNED Youth AOD - Outreach Name: Date: Team Leader Preston Name: Date: 6