AOD Practitioner

The Salvation Army; Mildura; Vor Ort; AUD 74.000 - 77.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Salary packaging up to $15,900 taxfree

Meal entertainment benefit $2,650

Paid parental leave

5 days paid leave per year to work in/

EAP and health & wellness initiatives

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander

Zusammenfassung

The Salvation Army in Mildura, VIC is seeking an Alcohol & Other Drugs Practitioner to join a multidisciplinary team delivering evidence-based counselling and recovery-focused interventions. This permanent full-time role reports to the Mallee Non-Residential AOD Team Leader and supports individuals, families and communities toward sustainable recovery.

You will work on-site in Mildura with trauma-informed, strengths-based approaches, collaborating across services to improve wellbeing and reduce

Qualifikationen

• A tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Community Services or a related discipline (minimum Diploma in Community Services)
• Experience in alcohol and other drug services, counselling, case management or the broader community services sector
• Knowledge of recovery-oriented, strengths-based and trauma-informed practice
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to manage a diverse caseload while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• A current Victorian Driver’s Licence
• A current Employee Working with Children Check
• An AOD Skill Set qualification, or the willingness to obtain it within your first 12 months

Aufgaben

• Conduct comprehensive AOD assessments and recovery planning
• Deliver evidence-based counselling and therapeutic interventions
• Provide strengths-based, trauma-informed case management
• Support clients and families to achieve sustainable recovery
• Connect clients with health, housing and community support services
• Work collaboratively with community partners across the Mallee region, including Swan Hill, Mildura, Gannawarra and Buloke

Ausbildung

Diploma in Community Services

Jobbeschreibung

Number of Positions Available: 1

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army 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, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

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. Through the Northern Victoria Alcohol and Other Drug Services (NVAODS) program, we provide person-centred support and evidence-based interventions that empower individuals and families to address alcohol and other drug related harms and achieve their wellbeing goals.

About the role

As an Alcohol & Other Drugs Practitioner, you'll make a meaningful impact by supporting individuals, families, and communities through evidence-based trauma informed affected by alcohol and other drug use. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you'll provide counselling, case management, and recovery-focused interventions that help people improve their wellbeing and create positive change in their lives. Reporting to the Mallee Non-Residential AOD Team Leader, this is a permanent full-time position, based on-site in Mildura, VIC.

Conditions

Compensation is in accordance with the SCHADS Award Level 5. $53.43 – $55.85 hourly + superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties, allowances, NFP salary packaging.

How you will make an impact

• Conduct comprehensive AOD assessments and recovery planning
• Deliver evidence-based counselling and therapeutic interventions
• Provide strengths-based, trauma-informed case management
• Support clients and families to achieve sustainable recovery
• Connect clients with health, housing and community support services
• Work collaboratively with community partners across the Mallee region, including Swan Hill, Mildura, Gannawarra and Buloke

About you

You’re passionate about supporting people to make positive changes and believe in treating every person with dignity, respect and compassion. You build trust quickly, think critically, and thrive in a collaborative environment where your expertise makes a real difference.

What you will bring

• A tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Community Services or a related discipline (minimum Diploma in Community Services)
• Experience in alcohol and other drug services, counselling, case management or the broader community services sector
• Knowledge of recovery-oriented, strengths-based and trauma-informed practice
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to manage a diverse caseload while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• A current Victorian Driver’s Licence
• A current Employee Working with Children Check
• An AOD Skill Set qualification, or the willingness to obtain it within your first 12 months

What we offer

• 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
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days)
• 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

Mission, Vision & Values

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement dedicated to sharing the love of Jesus. We share the love of Jesus by:

• Caring for people
• Creating faith pathways
• Building healthy communities
• Working for justice

When you work with the Salvos, you help make a real difference to the community and the lives of others.

Find more information here. Check out how we’re bringing some more good in the world.

Why work with the Salvos?

The Salvation Army offers a range of employment opportunities across the organisation, including those in community programs, aged care, retail, employment services, corporate and other support services. When you choose to work with the Salvos, you choose to believe in doing good that transforms the lives of people and communities facing hardship or crisis. So, if you are passionate about work that has purpose and satisfaction, are keen on delivering social and sustainable outcomes that change lives, we want to hear from you. Our employees have access to a range of benefits, plus personal development and career diversity opportunities that deliver real and meaningful benefits.

Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance, generous salary packaging opportunities, parental leave, purchase leave schemes and much more.

The Salvation Army encourages people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that accepts and recognises every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provide opportunities for all people to achieve their highest potential.

Check out our career page to find out more about our recruitment process and what its like to work at the Salvos. We are always on the lookout for individuals keen to help us fulfil mission to support those in need. Along with contributing their valuable time to a good cause, volunteers bring much-needed vitality and a fresh perspective through their ideas to the range of roles we have on offer. Whatever your skillset, availability, or areas of interest, we are keen to hear from you. Check out our volunteer opportunities here.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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 people 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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration. At the Salvos, we believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. And 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, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

Applications will closeas soon as a suitable candidate is secured.