Lived Experience Peer Support Worker

3 weeks ago

New Town, Australia The Salvation Army Full time

Number of Positions Available:

6

- 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 most-loved 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:
1._AOD_Model_Of_Care_2021.pdf (salvationarmy.org.au)

About the role

We are seeking a values-driven Lived Experience Peer Worker who will be working alongside the AOD team and other clinical staff to support and assist improving the wellbeing of people with substance use challenges who are engaged with the Bridge Program. They attend and co-facilitate group sessions, provide appropriate information on services, and share stories of hope and lived experience. Work under the general direction and supervision of AOD staff. Assist the AOD staff in relation to work with specific participants. Assist the program participants to access services and supports.

You will successfully
- Provide support for participants in their recovery journey
- Assist individuals in navigating the community health system, accessing external support and provide information on community resources and services
- Share lived experience perspectives with the AOD team to facilitate further understanding to improve and influence service, consistent with recovery-orientated practice
- Safely drive participants to services, events or activities, as required
- Welcome new participants into the program through supporting them during the induction process
- Assist in developing and facilitating creative recreational or lifestyle activities for participants to engage in self-care, personal development, and community engagement as part of a holistic recovery
- Provide opportunity for peer learning through the provision of support that compliments community care. Support and educate clients on their rights and responsibilities, maintaining their dignity and confidentiality
- Model self-advocacy strategies and encourage participants towards self-advocacy, including modelling engagement in treatment to encourage participation in treatment and services

This is a part-time (6hrs per week), max-term (31/12/23) position located in New Town, VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS award.

You will have
- Lived experience of addiction and recovery
- Knowledge of the alcohol and other drug sector in Tasmania.
- Knowledge of the issues and challenges AOD clients experience and a clear understanding of harm minimisation approaches.
- Understand and ability to demonstrate trauma informed practice.
- Evidence of completion of peer training (through DEN or SHARC)
- Certificate 4 in Community Services or related field (e.g., AOD, Mental Health) or the willingness to obtain
- A National Criminal History Check is required
- Working with vulnerable people card is mandatory

What we offer
- Flexible working conditions
- (Maybe eligible to) NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
- Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
- Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport (delete if
- Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
- Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks
- Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
- 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 value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity

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