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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 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: https://www.salvationarmy.org.au/scribe/sites/auesalvos/files/need-help/AOD_National_Model_of_Care.pdf.

The Geelong Withdrawal Unit provides a residential medicated withdrawal service for those who are seeking to recover from addiction to alcohol and other drugs. Clients reside in the Unit during their episode of care and are provided with all meals and facilities. Clients can remain in the programme for a further 21 days (Stage 2) post their medicated withdrawal (Stage 1) to stabilise and plan for their recovery post discharge.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a casual AOD Support Worker to:

• Support clients of the Geelong Withdrawal Unit through the process of withdrawal from alcohol and other drugs
• Support and work in partnership with nursing staff to offer the activities and to adhere to the timetables of the withdrawal unit programme

Salary and conditions are in accordance with Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010, level 4.
The Geelong Withdrawal Unit operates 24/7 incorporating morning, afternoon/evening and night shifts and is located in Corio.

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

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL HAVE

• Cert IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs Competencies CHCAOD 2C, 6B, 8C, 9C AND 10A/ Community Welfare Diploma
• Clinical knowledge of dual diagnosis
• Practical experience in AOD sector service delivery, with an understanding of addictive behaviour and drugs, both illicit and licit
• Skills in managing challenging behaviours
• A current VIC Drivers Licence
• Valid VIC Working with Children Check
• Ability to provide proof of Eligibility to Work in Australia

TSA Social Mission embraces diversity and encourages applications from:

• 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.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation that is committed to ensuring the wellbeing of children and young people, and protecting them from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all other roles require a mandatory National Police Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.