Overdose Prevention Practitioner

3 weeks ago

Bendigo, Australia The Salvation Army Full time

Number of Positions Available:

1

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 a Christian movement and 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).

About the role

We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Overdose Prevention Practitioner to provide support to clients who are at high risk of overdose through assertive Care & Recovery Coordination/Case Management

Reporting to the Manager of Intensive Services this is is a permanent, full-time position based in Bendigo,VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award Level 5.

You will successfully

  • Conduct initial assessment activities including competently assessing client risk and need.

  • Liaise with allied health and other health care professionals to obtain the necessary medical and other healthcare records to assist referral pathways.

  • Develop an effective relationship with the client to assist them to deal with issues related to their A&OD misuse.

  • Develop client care plans with clear strategies which monitor and measure outcomes and desired goals whilst initiating client ownership. 

  • Deliver evidence based interventions in line with client centered treatment that aligns with AOD training and qualifications according to complexity of the client and family needs within a recovery framework.

  • Provide collaborative overdose response plans and education to each client.

  • Provide case management support to clients.

  • Maintain accurate, up to date client records and data for all clients in accordance with TSA standards and procedures using TSA information systems.

  • Respond to referrals in a flexible and timely manner.

  • Identify any risks to clients, their families, staff and TSA and bring them to the attention of the Team Leader as soon as possible.

  • Identify service gaps and make recommendations for service delivery improvements to the Team Leader.

  • Provide assistance with the service delivery of the Therapeutic Day rehab as requested by the Team Leader.

You will have

  • A current and valid VIC Working with Children Check.

  • A current VIC Driver's licence.

  • Minimum bachelor’s degree level qualifications in human services, social work, community services, or relevant area of study.

  • Relevant experience in a similar role, preferably within the alcohol and other drug sector.

  • AOD Skill set or willingness to undertake within the first 12 months of commencing employment.

What we offer 

As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as; 

  • NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650) 

  • Flexible working conditions 

  • Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits 

  • Paid parental leave - 12 weeks 

  • Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme  

  • Up to 5 days paid leave per year to ‘volunteer’ in a TSA program or activity 

  • Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes  

  • Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service; 

  • Opportunity for career development; 

  • An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members 

  • Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution 

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