AOD Support Worker

Why This Role Matters:
The Geelong Withdrawal Unit is a 14-bed community detox service which provides a residential medicated withdrawal service for those who are seeking to withdrawal from alcohol and other drugs. Clients reside at Geelong Withdrawal Unit during their episode of care and are provided with all meals and facilities.

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

About The Role
We are seeking a dedicated AOD Support Worker in a casual capacity. The Geelong Withdrawal Unit operates 24/7 incorporating morning, afternoon/evening and night shifts and is located in Corio.

Salary and conditions are in accordance with Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010, level 4.1

You will successfully:

• 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 program
• Support clients immediate psychosocial needs
• Attend Handover Meetings
• Address workplace hazards as per TSA procedure.
• Maintain accurate, up to date client records and data for all clients in accordance with TSA standards and procedures using TSA information systems.
• Available to work a morning shift and work an evening shift which has a sleepover component

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.

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

About You:

• Cert IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs Competencies CHCAOD 2C, 6B, 8C, 9C or willing to obtain within 12 months
• Clinical knowledge of dual diagnosis
• Practical experience in AOD sector service delivery, with an understanding of addictive behaviour and drugs, both illicit and licit desirable
• Skills in managing challenging behaviours
• A current VIC Drivers Licence
• Valid VIC Working with Children Check
• A current First Aid certificate
• 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 LGBTQIA+
• people with a culturally or linguistically diverse background

How To Apply

If you're excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you.  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 apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.

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

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. 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.