DIRECTIONS ACT is a large non-government organisation which values the contributions of employees and strives to support people to achieve their own and organisational goals. Applicants are encouraged to read this information below and research this website in preparation for applying for a position at DIRECTIONS ACT.

Applying for a Position

When applying for a position it is important to note the following:

1. We require all applicants to provide a clear and concise resume, 2 phone referees and to address the selection criteria for the position
2. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or those without addressing the selection criteria for any position
3. Your application must be received prior to COB on the closing date which is advertised in the advertisement, include a daytime contact number
4. We are not a ‘peer based’ organisation. People who have past alcohol and drug issues are welcome to apply, however our policy is to employ people who have 3 years or more after recovery. In some teams where there is a perceived risk, this is extended to 5 years after recovery
5. Every employee must complete a police check

Training

Under our contract with ACT Health all frontline workers are to have training and certification in Alcohol and Other Drugs, and that being the case, preference will be given to people with Alcohol and Other Drug Training

It is important to also note the following:

1. If the successful applicant does not have Alcohol Other Drug training, DIRECTIONS ACT will facilitate this training, paid from the employees professional development allowance
2. Some training may be out of hours, including study time, and time in lieu, pay or overtime will not be paid for this time
3. Employees are trained within the team environment in addition to other opportunities
4. All new employees will complete a induction day, and be paid for that day
5. Every employee is required to hold a current first aid certificate

Interview

1. When arriving for interview, please ensure that you are 10 minutes early, to assist you if you need to complete work prior to interview, such as scenarios.
2. The interview panel will expect that you are well prepared, have looked at the website and understand the principles of harm minimisation
3. Also ensure that you bring copies of your qualifications
4. Parking is available in the high rise parking adjacent to the building and is free under 2 hours
5. Our address is 1 Bradley Street (old Woden Police Station) WODEN ACT 2607
6. Usually you will be informed within a week of interview whether or not you have been successful in your application

For further information phone Human Resources Department, DIRECTIONS ACT on 6122 8000 or email

We are currently seeking applications for the following vacant positions.

Position Descriptions and Selection Criteria are available by clicking on the links below

Applications for the following must be received by COB Monday 28 July 2008
[1] Human Resources Coordinator - Part Time [2]
[3] Receptionist - Part Time [4]

Applications for the following must be received by COB Monday 4 August 2008
[5] Clinical Manager - Full Time [6]
[7] Comorbidity Project Manager - Full Time [8]
[9] Training Coordinator - Part Time [10]
[11] Personal Assistant to the Executive Director - Part Time [12]

Information can also be obtained from our Employment page Here [13]