Introduction Windana provides connected services for more people in need. We provide services across Victoria for adults and young people experiencing alcohol and other drug harms, family violence, mental health challenges and social disadvantage. Our Model of Care puts clients at the centre of what we do to create positive change in people's lives. We work with families, communities and other organisations to deliver trauma informed, equitable, culturally safe and integrated services based on evidence and practice wisdom. By intervening early and creating purposeful partnerships, we help clients achieve improved outcomes while reducing demand on acute services. And we are influencing policy, practice and research to help shape better systems for clients. Together, we influence the broader system for a more positive and connected future. Description About the program The Geelong Medicare Mental Health Centre in partnership with Windana delivers free, accessible, and immediate support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges, substance use concerns, and psychological distress—without the need for a referral, appointment, or Medicare card. As a walk-in service, the Centre offers a safe, inclusive, and person-centred environment where individuals, families, and carers can access timely assistance during periods of acute distress or crisis. The multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to provide evidence-based, trauma-informed care that responds to immediate needs while also supporting pathways to ongoing recovery and wellbeing. Is this your next career opportunity? The Senior AOD Clinician plays a pivotal role in leading clinical responses, offering assessment and intervention, and supporting integrated care planning for individuals with complex mental health and substance use needs. By offering timely interventions and coordinated care pathways, the Centre plays a critical role in strengthening mental health outcomes across the Geelong community. With a dual report to the Bayside Manager and GMMHC Clinical Lead, the Senior AOD Clinician works as part of a multi-disciplinary recovery-focused team. The Clinician will provide evidence – based AOD Interventions, including assessment, care planning, counselling, harm minimisation and relapse prevention strategies. The role aims to: Support individuals and families to reduce the harms associated with alcohol and other drug use. Promote recovery, resilience, and improved mental health outcomes through collaborative, trauma-informed, and culturally safe practices. Contribute to the development and delivery of integrated care pathways in line with the recommendations of the Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System. Work in partnership with local health, community, and social services to ensure coordinated and holistic care. Build capacity within the GMMHC team by sharing AOD expertise, delivering internal training, contributing to reflective practice, and supporting the integration of AOD-informed approaches across clinical and non-clinical roles. What we're looking for: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Youth Work, Mental Health or other similar health-discipline Certificate IV in AOD or 4 AOD core competencies or willingness to complete studies during employment within first 6 months of employment. Proven experience conducting assessments, case management and development of client-centred treatment plans with clients with complex needs. Proven clinical experience to apply evidence-based psychological therapies / interventions including robust understanding of theoretical concepts within Mental Health and AOD sciences and their application to relating issues and challenges. Strong interpersonal verbal skills with the ability to build rapport, negotiate and facilitate client outcomes and resolve conflict with a diverse group of people with complex needs using compassion. Demonstrated experience in assessment of clients with complex needs utilising relevant AOD screening tools. Strong professional written case noting skills. Join our team to contribute to our life-changing work. Our people are integral to the work we do, and we pride ourselves on providing our team opportunities to contribute, grow and thrive: Contribute to our meaningful work and values-based culture through our Strategic Plan , our quality accreditation , Reconciliation Action Plan and progress towards Rainbow Tick accreditation . We care about everyone's contribution, so you feel connected, valued and motivated. Grow through professional and personal development opportunities. We offer regular supervision, goal-setting and individual development plans so you can grow your skills and practice. We also have study leave options, support for obtaining qualifications, career opportunities through secondments, and our Leadership Network. Thrive with a variety of benefits to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. We offer additional leave days, a broad range of EAP services, generous salary packaging entitlements and more! Ready to join us? Be quick! Applications will be reviewed as soon as they land on our desks so apply today if you're interested. Windana is committed to child safety and a valid Working with Children Check and Police Check are required for this position. Windana values and celebrates diversity and inclusion and is an equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and life experience to apply. Our aim is to build a team that closely reflects the diversity of the people and communities we work with.
