Support Worker

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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.

- The Salvation Army AOD Services WA operates a Sobering-Up Centre and Detoxification Service in the inner-city. The detoxification service provides residential stay and operates a supportive care model based on non-medical or low-medical interventions. Complex withdrawal cases or those with severe symptoms are referred to medical services.

These are free services and both are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to drug and alcohol users aged 18 years and older.

We are currently seeking a values-driven and proactive Casual Support Workers, reporting to the Bridge House Coordinator. You will provide a high-quality support service to clients undergoing Sobering up or Detoxification at Bridge House located in Highgate and promote and provide a safe, caring and supportive environment.

We have a number of casual positions available to join our pool. The facility operates 24/7 evening and overnight shifts will be required of this position.

You will successfully
- Deliver a high-quality service delivery meeting our Model of Care
- Identify and use appropriate strategies to deal with challenging or high-risk situations
- Understand and respond to the needs of individuals experiencing AOD issues
- Undertake appropriate care and support for clients under the influence of AOD to address immediate needs
- Educate and assist clients with regards to rights, roles and responsibilities
- Understand and implement appropriate procedures and strategies to deal with crisis situations
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and data
- Provide accurate records of emergency on-call situations during inactive periods
- Regularly maintain equipment, security, safety and evacuation protocols
- Report any incidents to the manager

You will have
- Minimum of Certificate 4 qualification in Community Services, AOD or Mental Health
- Demonstrated equivalent experience, knowledge and skills
- A valid WA Drivers licence
- Current First Aid Certificate
- A current CPR component of First Aid
- Current Working with Children's Check
- Willingness to undergo a National Police Check

What we offer
- As a registered not for profit organisation in addition to your remuneration you will enjoy generous tax-free salary packaging benefits
- Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family members
- Corporate Private Health Insurance rates
- Supportive and encouraging organisation
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
- People who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender or Intersex
- People with a culturally or linguistically diverse background
- 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._
- The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure _
- to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community_
- and works in areas covered by Public Health Orders requiring vaccination. _
- We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration_