Mallee District Aboriginal Services

Position Description

Document Number: MDAS-PNC-FOR-050.01

Position Details Title: Gamblers Help / Prevention Officer Social Emotional Wellbeing Division: SEWB Team: Team Supervisor: Raelene Stephens Location: Mildura Classification: $45,310 - $50,310 Date Approved: Award: Position Summary

The role of the Gamblers Help Prevention Officer is to provide high quality community engagement services including education, information, support and advocacy to assist individuals in gambling and financial problems and make informed choices. The Gamblers Help Prevention Officer will work alongside the Gamblers Help Portfolio Holder and will be running a prevention program with the Aboriginal Community. Capabilities (Key Selection Criteria)

Technical Ability to use modern day office equipment including computers/ printers, facsimile machines Expertise and photocopiers Ability to prepare documents for case planning or advocacy purposes Organisation and Ability to prioritise work commitments, working independently and interdependently whilst Planning managing time appropriately, honestly and flexibly. Demonstrated experience in coordinating and delivering effective advice, support, and services

Communication A demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with Aboriginal/Torres Strait islander people. and Interpersonal Ability to demonstrate good communication, liaison and interpersonal skills with a variety of staff Skills and clients Ability to communicate with and support clients from marginalised and disadvantaged backgrounds. Well-developed written and oral communication skills, including highly effective interpersonal skills Respect Cultural Act to provide services that are inclusive of Aboriginal people and engage in learning about Diversity other cultures to better establish relationships and improve services. Demonstrate knowledge of Aboriginal culture and the special requirements of Aboriginal people. Qualification/s: Willingness to undergo study relating to the role. Drivers licence

Approval Signature: Classified by: ______Supervisors __Raelene Stephens______Employees ______Name: Name: Supervisors Employees Signature: Signature: (Gamblers Help Prevention______Officer) ______Employees Initials: ______Dated: ____ Dated: ______