Casual Aod Support Worker

6 days ago


Bendigo, Australia The Salvation Army Full time

Number of Positions Available:


1
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.

Provide practical and emotional support and facilitation of program engagement to the Residential Rehabilitation participants,

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:
About The Role
We are seeking a dedicated Casual AOD Support Worker to provide practical and emotional support and facilitation of program engagement to the Residential Rehabilitation participants at our Bendigo Service. This role works across a variety of shifts including weekends, public holidays, days, evenings and sleepovers.

Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award level 4.

Responsibilities include:

- Delivers “hands-on” practical support to enhance living skills and planning activities to assist in meeting treatment plan goals
- Supports participants by developing effective relationships and offering relevant intervention including psycho-social educational groups
- Organises a range of appropriate enjoyable social activities to ensure participants remain actively engaged
- Works as part of a team along with case managers and other support workers to achieve the best outcomes for the participants
- Supports participants to manage behaviours that may present as barriers to treatment

The successful applicants will have
- Relevant experience in a social service environment and AOD sector
- Certificate IV in Community Services or equivalent, minimum. Diploma preferred
- Knowledge of lifestyle pressures faced by disadvantaged people in the community
- Demonstrated knowledge of the AOD sector including role, context, principles, philosophies, policies, regulations and legislation
- A current VIC Drivers Licence
- Valid VIC Employee Working with Children Check

What We Offer:
As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;
- Flexible working arrangements
- An attractive salary including NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits ($2650)
- Purchase leave, study leave, Paid parental leave
- Opportunity for training and career development
- Free Onsite parking
- Salvos Rewards - Access to exclusive financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits.
- Novated car leasing, discounts on car hire and purchase.
- Salvos Wellness app and program, including access to Fitness Passport.
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service

How 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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check._
- We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration_



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