- Location: Hybrid | Melbourne, South Eastern Region (Ringwood, Cranbourne, Narre Warren, Healesville and more)
Contract: Full-time Monday to Friday
Compensation: Up to $55.91 per hour
About the Opportunity:
This role will lead a suite of innovative Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) programs as part of EACH’s integrated Mental Health and AOD stream which includes residential, community-based and dual diagnosis services.
This is a pivotal moment for EACH, as we have aligned our Mental Health and AOD services to create operational efficiencies, drive innovation and position ourselves as a leader in holistic, end-to-end services. As Manager, you will work across key AOD services and lead the implementation of cutting-edge models of care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, manage and support the delivery of specialist AOD services, including programs such as Reconnexion (benzodiazepine dependency), EACH Residential AOD Rehabilitation, and WEAVE (dual diagnosis).
- Collaborate with the Program Stream AOD Manager and other senior leaders across EACH to explore growth opportunities and operational efficiencies.
- Engage in sector-wide reforms, working to integrate AOD and Mental Health services, and drive high-quality outcomes for service users.
- Foster relationships with universities such as Monash and Deakin, seeking research opportunities to strengthen service delivery.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and supervision to team leaders, fostering a culture of excellence.
- Oversee budgets, ensuring services are efficient, compliant with policies and procedures, and well-positioned for sustainable growth.
Who You Are:
You are an experienced leader in the AOD sector with a strong understanding of both residential and community-based models of care. Your ability to collaborate across multiple teams, engage with stakeholders and drive operational excellence will ensure EACH’s Specialist AOD Services continue to thrive.
Your Skills & Experience:
- Extensive experience in the AOD sector with knowledge of current trends, legislation and best practices.
- Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver client-centered services.
- Excellent communication, risk management and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to inspire and motivate teams, foster innovation and drive service excellence.
- Experience managing budgets and seeking new funding opportunities.
