Alcohol and Other Drug Practitioner

Why this role matters

The Salvation Army (Salvos) is one of Australia's largest providers of alcohol and other drug (AOD) programs including withdrawal management, residential and non-residential rehabilitation, and harm reduction programs. Salvos services go beyond addressing the core issues and challenges associated with problematic substance abuse and provide participants a place of hope, compassion, and dignity to recover safely.

About the role

As an Alcohol and Other Drug Practitioner, this is your opportunity to support individuals with substance use issues through evidence-based case management, ensuring coordinated, holistic care across AOD and non-AOD services, and working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality support.

Reporting to the Senior Alcohol and Other Drug Practitioner, this is a permanent full-time role, located in Bendigo, VIC.

How you will make an impact

• Implement comprehensive, trauma-informed and client-centred case management including assessment, planning, monitoring and review.
• Use validated screening tools to identify co-occurring issues, deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions and facilitate referrals to specialised services as required.
• Provide coordinated, holistic care through active liaison, advocacy and collaboration with external agencies to support positive client outcomes.
• Support clients to develop individualised goals that are documented, regularly reviewed and used to provide constructive feedback and progress monitoring.
• Maintain accurate client records, facilitate bio-psycho-social education groups, identify and report risks and incidents, and participate in training, supervision, on-call and other duties to support safe and effective service delivery.

What we offer

The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.
• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.

Conditions

Compensation is in accordance with Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award Level 5

About us

The Salvation Army (Salvos) is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, the Salvos are always there providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

How to apply

If you're passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role. Together we can build a brighter future.

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

For any enquiries, please contact Johanna Carr: 0487 077 235

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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

What you will bring

• Degree qualification in social work, psychology, addiction counselling or relevant tertiary qualification. Minimum Diploma level in relevant field.
• Certificate IV (or equivalent) in the application of AOD interventions or the four competencies (AOD Skillset) required to work within the AOD Sector.
• A current VIC Drivers Licence and employee Working with Children's Check.
• First Aid (Level 2) or willingness to obtain.