Are you passionate about supporting your community?
The role you could play
We are seeking a dedicated AOD Wellbeing Support Worker (Mental Health and Wellbeing Local)! You will provide supervision, support and crisis intervention to participants at Bendigo Bridge Program to support practical program administration relative to participants. Additionally, you will ensure a holistic coordinated care approach between Salvation Army AOD services and non-AOD services such as medical and psychological.
Duties
- Facilitate bio-psycho-social education groups that are aligned with the national model of care
- Utilise AOD interventions such as Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and Relapse Prevention to assist
- Assist in planning activities to meet individual needs advised by Dual diagnosis practitioners, including transportation to and from the centre if required
- Maintain strong internal and external partnerships with a range of stakeholders including other sectors and health services in consultation with the program manager
- Work collaboratively with other MH local members team members to provide integrated service initiatives
This is a permanent full-time position, based in Bendigo and Echuca, VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Level 4 Award.
The ideal candidate will have
- Degree qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Addiction Counselling or related discipline (desired)
- Hold the AOD skill set as the minimum requirement to work in AOD sector or willing to obtain
- Experience in clinical works, within AOD and/or Mental Health Services (highly desired)
- Demonstrated ability to guide, support and lead staff
- A current driver’s Licence
- This position may be required to work at outposts within the GHCIN catchment area (cities of Melbourne, Yarra, Mooney Valley and Moreland)
- After Hours work may be required of this position
Benefits working with The Salvation Army
- We offer our eligible employees NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
- Employee Assistance Program – Independent confidential counselling service
- Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
- Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks
- Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
- 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!
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.
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.