Case Manager 5

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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 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:
The Role

As the Case Manager/Referral Worker we are looking for someone that has a passionate commitment to working with people with AOD, Mental Health and homelessness issues. You will provide case management support to vulnerable and marginalised clients with multiple co-occuring needs. Working with individuals in crisis or those that are identified as frequent presenters to the service to develop and implement case plans that promote the best interests of the client, including organising 'wrap around' services for the client when required and appropriate. The role also involves engaging with first time presenters to allow for early intervention.

You will Successfully
- Have a comprehensive concept of harm minimisation and will help clients make positive transformations in their lives.
- Your role includes assessing client needs from intake to exit, developing / implementing individual case plans, and providing advocacy and referrals to external service providers.
- The position is for a solo worker (job share) that is part of and works within a close-knit team of Support Workers within the Sobering Up Unit.

The part time, permanent position located in Adelaide, SA reports to the Sobering Up Unit Team Leader.

You Will Have
- Have a Tertiary Health Qualification / Diploma in Community Health Services Discipline or related field with significant practical experience in a social service environment
- Be able to demonstrate your ability to work within the parameters of a case management model
- Know how to identify risk factors (for yourself and our clients) and take appropriate action including referrals
- Have successfully worked with individuals from different cultures and backgrounds with complex needs
- Attend relevant meetings that are responsive to this client group e.g. Coordinated Care Meetings, Vulnerable Persons Framework meetings, By Name List Meetings etc
- Be able to work safely and effectively autonomously and as part of a team

What We Offer
- As a registered not for profit organisation you may be eligible for generous tax-free salary packaging benefits
- Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
- 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
- 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 are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. _
- Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure._
- We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration_