Case Worker

Number of Positions Available:

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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) [link removed]

About the role

We are seeking a values-driven Case Worker to provide effective service delivery, ensuring case management, assessment and referral, education and support are provided in accordance with TSA guidelines.

You will successfully
- Provide efficient day to day service delivery through education, interventions, group work, assessment, referral and case work within a recovery-orientated and person-led service environment
- To develop and monitor individual treatment plans and maintain case management documentation, records, reports and data collection, utilising established case planning procedures
- Undertake ad hoc duties as requested by the Manager, or Team Leader
- Demonstrate commitment to an environment that values continuous improvement and innovation in the delivery of high-quality services
- Acquire and maintain a good working knowledge of referral and support options for participants
- Work collaboratively and professionally with other services
- Participate in sector events and training

This is a full time permanent role based in Dooralong, NSW. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award Level 4.

You will have
- Minimum of Diploma level qualification in a relevant discipline (AOD, Community Services, Case Management, Mental Health)
- Completed 4 AOD Skill Set Units (or willing to undertake/complete during employment)
- Knowledge of AOD, mental health, community services and health sectors.
- Demonstrated experience and ability to work with those impacted by substance abuse, gambling and mental health conditions
- Experience providing brief intervention and harm minimization information and support to individuals
- Experience working with people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background
- Experience working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and religions
- Experience working in collaboration with other organisations
- Current Drivers licence
- Demonstrated ability to deal with unpredictable situations and behaviours utilising de-escalation techniques.includes an alcohol, gambling and drug free workplace
- Demonstrated strong administrative, time-management and communication skills
- We are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure._

What we offer
- Flexible working conditions
- (Maybe eligible to) NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits (delete if General ABN)
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
- Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
- Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport (delete if casual position)
- Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme (delete if casual position)
- 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. _
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