The Salvation Army
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Job Description
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). 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.pdfAbout the role
We have an exciting opportunity for values-driven and proactive Registered Nurses to be part of our AOD – Harm Reduction and Health Service in the City of Yarra. This service supports people presenting as intoxicated / providing health supports to people that present as intoxicated/assessing and monitoring the health of people that present as intoxicated.
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.pdfAbout the role
We have an exciting opportunity for values-driven and proactive Registered Nurses to be part of our AOD – Harm Reduction and Health Service in the City of Yarra. This service supports people presenting as intoxicated / providing health supports to people that present as intoxicated/assessing and monitoring the health of people that present as intoxicated.
You will successfully
- Provide a safe and caring environment in which intoxicated persons can sober up as an alternative to Police custody in which a person’s behaviour poses a risk to themselves or others in the community
- Provide and facilitate access for the person to appropriate alcohol and other drug treatment options and support services when the person is sober
- Monitor and support participants through the sobering up process, providing nursing interventions to a high standard
- Be part of the team on-call roster
We currently are recruiting for our available casual positions. Salary and conditions are in accordance with Nurses Award 2010, Nurses (Vic P.S.Health) EA 2016-2020.
We are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure.
What we offer
- (Maybe eligible to) NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
- Flexible working conditions
- Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
- Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
- Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. Do not delay in submitting your application today!
Key Selection Criteria
You will have
- DIV 1 RN with current APHRA registration
- Maintains CPD points as required by AHPRA
- Experience and competency in delivering accessible Primary Health Care, AOD and Harm Reduction Services
- Excellent organisation and administrative skills with capacity to balance workload and determine priorities while also addressing the needs of a high volume, often crisis orientated environment
- Strong verbal and communication skills
- A current VIC Drivers Licence
- Valid VIC Employee Working with Children Check
- Ability to provide proof of Eligibility to Work in Australia