AOD Practitioner (Therapeutic Day Rehabilitation) The Salvation Army

JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you passionate about supporting your community?

About the role
We are seeking an AOD Practitioner for our Therapeutic Day Rehabilitation Program! You will be responsible for the facilitation of the Therapeutic Day Rehabilitation (TDR) program utilising a combination of strategies. Additionally, you will provide group work, one to one intervention and family support for individuals experiencing AOD related problems.

Responsibilities include

  • Effective relationships established with clients that encourage self-determination and participation
  • Case management support provided to clients and their families
  • Individual treatment plans are developed in collaboration with clients and include a range of interventions
  • Clients are assisted to access support services and establish community supports
  • Therapeutic group sessions are delivered in accordance with the client needs
  • Progress of individual treatment plans are regularly monitored and reviewed

This is a fixed-term full-time position, 12 months from start date, based in Bendigo, VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Level 5 Award.

You will have

  • Bachelor of Human Services, Master of Social Work
  • Diploma in Health or Community Services
  • AOD skill set or willing to obtain within 12 months
  • Relevant experience in a social service environment
  • A Current Victorian Driver’s Licence

Benefits of working at 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
  • Flexible working conditions
  • Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
  • 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.

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