Habitat Therapeutics Rehab

07/12/2025

23/07/2025

The Registered Nurse (Div1) contributes to the provision of a safe and hospitable environment for clients voluntarily seeking withdrawal from the chronic use of alcohol and/or other drugs by actively supporting clients to achieve their individual treatment plans including drug withdrawal, in collaboration with the Director of Nursing, counsellors and support workers. The normal acute case load is 2-4 Clients. Other duties include providing general nursing support to rehabilitation clients on an as needs basis.
Flexible rostering maybe available.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
Provision of treatment services
• Provide high quality engagement, assessment, treatment and support services to individuals and their families, using best practice principles including Family Inclusive Practice and Dual Diagnosis Principles.
• Carry out the admission and ongoing clinical monitoring and observation of clients, in consultation with authorised prescribers to ensure the delivery of safe, prompt, appropriate and efficient clinical service.
• Manage the administration of medically prescribed drugs, in accordance with the Drugs, Poisons and Controlled Substances Act 1981, and Habitat Poisons control plan and as directed by authorised prescribers.
• Adhere to the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Councils National competency standards for the Registered Nurse. http://www.ahpra.gov.au/
• Undertake other elements of discharge planning including harm reduction strategies, overdose prevention and education strategies.
• Inform the Director of Nursing and other staff where appropriate, of relevant interactions and communications with clients, and document in client records as appropriate.
• After hours, notify on-call of appropriate clinical emergencies.
• Provide counselling and support to clients as appropriate to assist in the achievement of identified treatment goals and conduct groups if required.
• Participate actively in the day-to-day administration of withdrawal services to ensure the efficient operation of the service.
• Develop and deliver a range of supports for clients encompassing the broad bio-psychosocial spectrum and case management as required, in liaison with other staff. Participate in Program Development and Review
• Identify program and staff issues as they arise and assist the Director of Nursing in addressing these issues.

All applicants must have excellent communication skills and knowledge of MS Office software.

Hours are flexible and you would be employed on a part-time or casual basis with a probationary period leading to secure employment..

Part-time/Casual nursing shift positions with small client base at a private hospital. Rewarding work assisting in AOD field. Small team.

06/04/2025

We’re proud to be a partner for AddictionZ 2025 on the Gold Coast in May.

This year’s conference has the central theme: Embracing the Hope and Healing Journey: Integrating Trauma, Treatment, Prevention, and Recovery in Addiction.

From exploring behavioural addictions to learning about cutting-edge approaches in addiction medicine and multiple pathways to recovery. AddictionZ 2025 is covering it all.

If you work in the AOD, behavioural or mental health sector, then come and see us at AddictionZ! Register Here:

AddictionZ connects mental health professionals with integrated approaches to prevention, treatment, and recovery. Register your interest today.

22/06/2024

21/06/2024

https://www.news.com.au/national/inside-a-rehab-centre-for-co***ne-addicts/video/9ce6730fd8f1aa6b75c4533d7ff689e7

"This rehab is where co***ne addicts come to heal after the so called glamour drug strips the of their relationships, homes and jobs. See the remarkable way they beat the horror addiction. "

10/01/2022

We are seeking casual or perm part time nurses. Have some immediate gaps to fill. Division 1. Above award wages.

02/12/2021

The Registered Nurse (Div1) contributes to the provision of a safe and hospitable environment for clients voluntarily seeking withdrawal from the chronic use of alcohol and/or other drugs by actively supporting clients to achieve their individual treatment plans including drug withdrawal, in collaboration with the Director of Nursing, counsellors and support workers. The normal acute case load is 2-4 Clients. Other duties include providing general nursing support to rehabilitation clients on an as needs basis.

Above award wages.

Casual and Nightshift positions.

Flexible rostering maybe available.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Provision of treatment services
• Provide high quality engagement, assessment, treatment and support services to individuals and their families, using best practice principles including Family Inclusive Practice and Dual Diagnosis Principles.
• Carry out the admission and ongoing clinical monitoring and observation of clients, in consultation with authorised prescribers to ensure the delivery of safe, prompt, appropriate and efficient clinical service.
• Manage the administration of medically prescribed drugs, in accordance with the Drugs, Poisons and Controlled Substances Act 1981, and Habitat Poisons control plan and as directed by authorised prescribers.
• Adhere to the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Councils National competency standards for the Registered Nurse. http://www.ahpra.gov.au/
• Undertake other elements of discharge planning including harm reduction strategies, overdose prevention and education strategies.
• Inform the Director of Nursing and other staff where appropriate, of relevant interactions and communications with clients, and document in client records as appropriate.
• After hours, notify on-call of appropriate clinical emergencies.
• Provide counselling and support to clients as appropriate to assist in the achievement of identified treatment goals and conduct groups if required.
• Participate actively in the day-to-day administration of withdrawal services to ensure the efficient operation of the service.
• Develop and deliver a range of supports for clients encompassing the broad bio-psychosocial spectrum and case management as required, in liaison with other staff. Participate in Program Development and Review
• Identify program and staff issues as they arise and assist the Director of Nursing in addressing these issues.

All applicants must have excellent communication skills and knowledge of MS Office software.

Hours are flexible and you would be employed on a part-time basis with a probationary period leading to secure employment..

Private rehab & detox for alcohol, ice, co***ne, he**in (& other drugs) at our peaceful, supportive Geelong centre (short drive from Melbourne).

30/08/2021

The Registered Nurse (Div1) contributes to the provision of a safe and hospitable environment for clients voluntarily seeking withdrawal from the chronic use of alcohol and/or other drugs by actively supporting clients to achieve their individual treatment plans including drug withdrawal, in collaboration with the Director of Nursing, counsellors and support workers. The normal acute case load is 2-4 Clients. Other duties include providing general nursing support to rehabilitation clients on an as needs basis.

Above award wages.

Nightshift positions.

Flexible rostering maybe available including week on, week off.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Provision of treatment services
• Provide high quality engagement, assessment, treatment and support services to individuals and their families, using best practice principles including Family Inclusive Practice and Dual Diagnosis Principles.
• Carry out the admission and ongoing clinical monitoring and observation of clients, in consultation with authorised prescribers to ensure the delivery of safe, prompt, appropriate and efficient clinical service.
• Manage the administration of medically prescribed drugs, in accordance with the Drugs, Poisons and Controlled Substances Act 1981, and Habitat Poisons control plan and as directed by authorised prescribers.
• Adhere to the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Councils National competency standards for the Registered Nurse. http://www.ahpra.gov.au/
• Undertake other elements of discharge planning including harm reduction strategies, overdose prevention and education strategies.
• Inform the Director of Nursing and other staff where appropriate, of relevant interactions and communications with clients, and document in client records as appropriate.
• After hours, notify on-call of appropriate clinical emergencies.
• Provide counselling and support to clients as appropriate to assist in the achievement of identified treatment goals and conduct groups if required.
• Participate actively in the day-to-day administration of withdrawal services to ensure the efficient operation of the service.
• Develop and deliver a range of supports for clients encompassing the broad bio-psychosocial spectrum and case management as required, in liaison with other staff. Participate in Program Development and Review
• Identify program and staff issues as they arise and assist the Director of Nursing in addressing these issues.

All applicants must have excellent communication skills and knowledge of MS Office software.

Hours are flexible and you would be employed on a part-time basis with a probationary period leading to secure employment..

16/08/2021

Addiction Support Worker

Habitat is a residential drug and alcohol rehabilitation service based in Geelong, Victoria, we service clients from across Australia. We are licenced as a Private Hospital with Dept. Human and Health Services, Victoria and accredited to conduct Alcohol and Drug Detoxification.

We empower people from all walks of life who are seeking treatment for Alcohol and other drugs addiction.

As an organisation, we celebrate our diversity and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as Australia’s First Peoples and as the traditional owners and custodians of the land on which we work.

Mission: Habitat Therapeutics strives to bring Hope, Help and Health to those afflicted by drug and alcohol issues, in the quest for a happy, valued, and meaningful life.

Vision: We believe and demonstrate that recovery from addiction is possible and we are committed to our client’s treatment and progression into a recovering way of life.

Our values

We believe and demonstrate that recovery from addiction is possible, and we are committed to our client’s treatment and progression into a recovering way of life.

The following values form the basis of our treatment model and business ethics.

H onesty.:- Living life honestly means opening oneself freely and exposing one's true self to others.

A cceptance:- The ability to effectively deal with things that are beyond our control

B elonging:- A sense of belonging to a greater community improves motivation, health, life expectancy and happiness.

I ntegrity:- having strong moral principles; moral uprightness. the personal choice to hold oneself to consistent moral and ethical standards.

T rust:- is the belief and confidence in the integrity, reliability and fairness of a value that quantifies and defines our interdependence in relationships.

A ssertiveness:- Being assertive starts with knowing what you are—and aren’t—willing to be, do, or have.

T eamwork.:- Teamwork is what gives you an edge. At Habitat, you will have a network of caring professionals committed to helping you succeed.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Support Worker contributes to the provision of a safe and hospitable environment for clients voluntarily seeking withdrawal from the acute use of alcohol and/or other drugs by actively supporting clients to achieve their individual treatment plans including drug withdrawal, in collaboration with counsellors, the case managers and the medical team.

Work collaboratively with AOD Support workers, case managers, counsellors and the medical team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Individual Treatment Plans

Communicate and build supportive relationships with clients to assist them to achieve the goals identified in their individual treatment plans.

Review with clients their progress in relation to their individual treatment plan and discuss with the Counsellor, Case Manager, Clinical staff and other professionals as required.

Provide high quality, evidence-based withdrawal services to assist clients cease their problematic use of alcohol or other.

Work with clients to review and implement their Individual Treatment plans, developed at assessment.

Provide ongoing monitoring and observations of clients including close liaison with General Practitioners/Nurses, monitoring of withdrawal symptoms, mental health screening and assessment and documentation of progress.

Provide education and information through individual and group-based programs as part of the overall program and encourage clients to participate fully.

Take clients to appointments in the community or at other services as required.

Ensure that collaborative and productive working relationships with current and potential key stakeholders are established and maintained.

Qualifications:
A relevant qualification in a health and/or welfare related discipline.

Certificate IV in AOD or Alcohol and Other Drug core competencies (or willingness to complete the core competencies within the first 12 months of employment).

Demonstrated ability to effectively work with clients and families experiencing problematic alcohol and other drugs use in a respectful, compassionate and positive manner.