Aod After Hours Support Worker

3 months ago


New Town, Australia The Salvation Army Full time

Number of Positions Available:

2
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 a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
Why this role matters

The Salvation Army (Salvos) is one of Australia’s largest providers of alcohol and other drug (AOD) programs including withdrawal management, residential and non-residential rehabilitation, and harm reduction programs. Salvos services go beyond addressing the core issues and challenges associated with problematic substance abuse and provide participants a place of hope, compassion, and dignity to recover safely.

The Bridge Program is a Tasmania-wide service for help overcoming and recovering from addictions related to Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs. There are 12 residential beds and four transitional units. The centre is close to St John’s Park and is set on six acres of grounds, with a community garden, arts centre, gymnasium and commercial kitchen.

About the role

We are seeking a values-driven and proactive AOD After Hours Support Worker to provide after hours support for residents of the Bridge Program and support a team of case workers by ensuring residents comply with policy and procedures of the program after hours.

Reporting to the Program Supervisor, this is a casual position based in New Town, Tasmania. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award Level 3.

You will successfully- Provide assistance to assess client issues, needs and circumstances and develop strategies to address needs.-
- Provide clients accessing the service with a welcoming and responsive initial contact and ensure urgent and immediate needs are addressed.-
- Take appropriate preventative action in relation to potential high risk situations.-
- Maintain the centre to a high level of cleanliness and tidiness.-
- Establish effective relationships with clients that encourage self-determination and participation and support them to improve their situation.You will have- Certificate IV level qualification in relevant field e.g. AOD or Mental Health or related field and relevant experience.-
- A current Tasmanian Employee Working with Vulnerable People Check.-
- A current and valid First Aid Certificate.-
- A valid Tasmanian Driver licence.-
- Ability to understand and respond to the needs of individuals experiencing AOD issues.What we offer
- As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;- NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)-
- Flexible working conditions-
- Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits-
- Paid parental leave - 12 weeks-
- Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme-
- Up to 5 days paid leave per year to ‘volunteer’ in a TSA program or activity-
- Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes-
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;-
- Opportunity for career development;-
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members-
- Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contributionHow to Apply
- 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 value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration_



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