Sobering Up Unit

2 weeks ago

Clarence Town, New South Wales, Australia The Salvation Army Full time

Number of Positions Available:
8

  • Start your career with The Salvation Army today
  • We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies.
  • ABOUT US
  • The Salvation Army is one of Australia's largest and mostloved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.
Why this role matters

The Salvation Army is one of Australia's largest providers of alcohol and other drug services.

We offer a range of services including Harm Reduction and Primary Health Services as well as a range of treatment types (including residential treatment centres, community-based support programs, counselling and withdrawal management services).

We work to a modern, evidence based and holistic Model of Care which can be viewed here:

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About the role


We currently have exciting opportunities for a values-driven Support Workers to provide a safe and caring environment in which intoxicated persons can sober up as an alternative to Police custody in which a person's behaviour poses a risk to themselves or others in the community.

The service operates 24/7.

You will successfully

  • Understand issues faced by and be able to work respectfully with all clients including those who are ATSI, CALD and LGBTIQ
  • Work professionally with team members, clients and other agencies
  • Competently assess clients on presentation to determine ability of the service to support the person
  • Competently assess clients on their AOD use for suitability / needing for monitoring and risks to be managed during monitoring
  • Monitor clients utilizing the service according to current practice policy and procedures
  • Use discretion and knowledge of the individual client's risk factors to respond to need
  • Refer to other services as required
  • Meet client needs within the scope of current procedures, eg provision of food, showers, and other basic requirements if available
  • Understanding of comorbidities and its impact on clients recovering from the immediate effects of AOD
  • Keep up to date with new AOD trends
  • Cognizant of new policies and procedures and how they may manifest themselves in service delivery
  • Critical Incidences are recorded in accordance with current TSA /government policy and procedures
  • Accurate client records are maintained in line with current policy and procedures
  • Files, record keeping, and case notes are kept up to date and are easily retrieved when required
  • Assist in the implementation of objectives and requirements of the Service Agreement
We have a number of casual positions to work on call shifts Monday -Sunday. You will be required to partake in an on-call roster.

Support Workers must be able to attend the Places of Safety Sobering Up Unit in New Town, Hobart Tasmania 7008 within 30 minutes of call out.

On the job training will be provided.

Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award Level 3.

You will have

  • Cert IV in relevant industry /sector
  • Understanding of the principles of harm minimization specifically within the Sobering Up Unit context.
  • Previous experience in AOD sector essential
  • Mental health and Mental Health first aid is advantageous
  • A current and valid First Aid Certificate or ability/willingness to obtain
  • A current TAS Drivers Licence
  • Valid TAS Employee Working with Vulnerable Persons Check
  • Ability to provide proof of Eligibility to Work in Australia
We are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure.

What we offer
- (Maybe eligible to) NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits

  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Independent confidential counselling service
  • Flexible working conditions
  • Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
  • An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
  • Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
  • The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. _
  • We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. W_
  • The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check._
  • We are committed to providing a saf

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