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Support Worker - Gold Coast

The Salvation Army

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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.

THE ROLE

We are currently seeking values-driven and proactive Support Workers to provide quality care and support to participants of Gold Coast Recovery Services by working effectively and assisting case workers to provide a comprehensive client service in accordance with established procedures and in line with TSA mission.

Afternoon and Overnight shifts in a Residential Rehabilitation facility and/or a 24/7 Withdrawal Management unit based at Eagle Heights-Mt Tamborine.

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

HOURS AND SALARY

We currently have casual positions available. You will need to have the ability to work on a roster - 7.6 hour shifts operating 24/7

Salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010, level 2.

ABOUT YOU

  • An understanding of and empathy with the Christian faith, values and ethos of The Salvation Army.
  • Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drug studies or similar with a minimum of 2 years experience working with people recovering from alcohol and other drug addictions or vulnerable people
  • Available for overnight and afternoon shifts on a 24/7 roster
  • Current Senior First Aid Certificate.
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Current drivers licence with a LR or higher preferred
  • Current and valid QLD Blue Card
  • Have a minimum of two years clean time (if applicable)

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.

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