AOD Caseworker/2IC

Haines Attract for The Salvation Army; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salvation Army leave (extra week)

Free confidential counselling services

Subsidised flu vaccinations

Discounted medical insurance

TSA discount card

Free parking on site

Job summary

The Salvation Army Auckland Bridge Centre is seeking a qualified Social Worker or addictions counsellor for our Mt Eden residential programme. The role combines clinical casework, group facilitation and leadership responsibilities as Second in Charge within the team.

You will contribute to integrated care for clients with co-existing addiction and mental health needs, participate in an on-call roster, and support a values-driven, confidential service with salary between 68,000 and 102,000 NZD

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work or addiction counselling is essential.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• DAPAANZ or other relevant registration required.

Responsibilities

• Provide integrated casework for clients with co-existing addiction and mental health issues.
• Facilitate group sessions and activities as part of the Bridge Programme Model.
• Fulfill Second in Charge leadership responsibilities within the team.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Leadership potential

Education

Degree in Social Work or addiction counselling

DAPAANZ or other relevant Professional Registration

Job description

The Salvation Army Auckland Bridge Centre exists to provide safe, integrated, high quality treatment and support services to people whose lives have been affected by alcohol or substance use. Our services are evidenced based best practise and are known for being people-centred, caring, transformative and responsive.

We are looking to appoint a suitably qualified Social Worker or addictions counsellor for our residential programme based in Mt Eden, who also has suitable leadership skill to fulfill Second in Charge responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provision of casework that provides integrated care for those experiencing co-existing problems of addiction and mental health.
• Group facilitation
• Working within the framework of The Salvation Army Bridge Programme Model of Treatment.
• Implementation of the Salvation Army Bridge Programme Policies and Procedures
• Fulfilling leadership responsibilities as Second in Charge to the Team Leader.
• Be part of the On-Call roster to provide clinical support as needed outside of programme hours.

Person Specification:

• Degree in Social Work or addiction counselling
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• DAPAANZ or other relevant Professional Registration
• Commitment to continuing professional development relevant to addiction studies.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment, sharing information, ideas and effective practices while maintaining client and service privacy, and confidentiality

Our offer to you:

• An additional working week of Salvation Army leave awarded annually on 1 July
• Free confidential counselling services to support your wellbeing
• Subsidised flu vaccinations
• Discounted Medical Insurance with Southern Cross
• TSA discount card for discount with various retailers such as Beaurepairs, Noel Leeming, Placemakers and Torpedo7
• Free parking on site

Hours of work: This is a permanent, full time role of 40 hours per week.

This role will be in a rotating on-call roster, which includes providing after-hours support as outlined in our On-Call Policy.

The starting salaryfor this role will fall between$68,000 and $102,000 per annum. This role is covered by pay equity and the final remuneration will be dependent on the years of experience in Social Work Equivalent roles the preferred candidate brings to the role.

The Salvation Army is proud to be an equal opportunity employer andbelieves workplaces thrive with diversity.

The Salvation Army is a worldwide evangelical Christian church and human service provider. It is committed to caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society - all through the love of God shown in Jesus. The successful applicant should therefore show an ability to identify with the mission and values of The Salvation Army.