Casual AOD Lifeskills Support Worker

The Salvation Army; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax‑ex‑

Meal entertainment packaging up to $2,

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking an AOD Support Worker (Lifeskills) for the Eastern Bridge Program, The Basin, VIC. This casual role supports participants in a residential rehab, fostering engagement and wellbeing while promoting independence and essential life skills.

You will report to the Support Work Coordinator and work across a 24/7 roster, with shifts including morning, afternoon and night hours. A SCHADS Award Level 4 is applicable.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Addiction Counselling or related (desirable).
• Certificate IV in AOD interventions or equivalent (preferred).
• Certificate IV in Community Services or equivalent (minimum). Diploma highly regarded.
• Demonstrated experience in AOD, community services or social services.
• Experience supporting vulnerable people with complex needs.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification (willingness to obtain).
• Strong communication skills, sound judgement when faced with challenges.
• Commitment to inclusion, collaboration, and person-centred practice.
• Current Employee Working with Children Check.
• Current Victorian Driver’s Licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to individuals in residential rehab to aid recovery goals.
• Assess wellbeing, risk and crisis situations using trauma-informed practices.
• Conduct breathalyser and urine screenings, assist with medications and transport.
• Facilitate life skills and group activities, record attendance and feedback.
• Support continuous improvement via meetings, supervision, training and quality initiatives.
• Organise and supervise recreational activities to promote engagement and wellbeing.

Education

Degree in Social Work/ Psychology/ Addiction Counselling or related

Certificate IV in AOD interventions (or equivalent)

Certificate IV in Community Services or equivalent

Diploma (highly regarded)

Demonstrated experience in AOD/community services

Experience with vulnerable individuals with complex needs

First Aid and CPR certification (current)

Strong communication and judgement

Commitment to inclusion and person-centred practice

Working with Children Check (current)

Victorian Driver's Licence (current)

Job description

The Salvation Army is seeking an AOD Support Worker (Lifeskills) for the Eastern Bridge Program, The Basin, VIC. This casual role supports participants in a residential rehab, fostering engagement and wellbeing while promoting independence and essential life skills.

You will report to the Support Work Coordinator and work across a 24/7 roster, with shifts including morning, afternoon and night hours. A SCHADS Award Level 4 is applicable.