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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.
About the role
As a AOD Peer Worker, this is your opportunity to works alongside the AOD team and other clinical staff to support and assist improving the wellbeing of people with substance use challenges who are engaged within The Salvation Army Eastern Bridge Program across residential and aftercare service streams.
Reporting to the Service Manager, this part-time role offers 15 hours per week and is contracted for 12 months, located in The Basin, VIC.
How you will make an impact
Provide respectful, strengths-based and non-judgemental recovery-oriented peer support using purposeful lived-experience disclosure to model recovery and instil hope in a safe and appropriate way.
Facilitate therapeutic and recovery-focused group programs and deliver one-to-one peer support in collaboration with AOD Practitioners and the multidisciplinary team in line with program guidelines.
Deliver time-limited structured bridging support to ex-participants to support step-down engagement and transition into aftercare pathways.
Maintain defined professional boundaries and deliver all support in accordance with risk management escalation and reporting procedures.
Contribute lived-experience feedback to service delivery program development and continuous improvement while participating in supervision reflective practice training professional development and complying with organisational policies procedures and legislative requirements.
What you will bring
A Certificate IV (or four AOD competencies) required for AOD sector work.
Lived experience of substance use and recovery, with the ability to use this experience purposefully and safely in a peer role.
Knowledge of alcohol and other drug recovery pathways and relapse-prevention strategies.
Experience engaging people with complex needs within residential or community-based settings.
Level 2 First Aid Certificate
A current VIC Drivers Licence and employee Working with Children’s Check
What we offer
The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:
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
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.
Conditions
Compensation is in accordance with Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award Level 2
How to apply
If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role. Together we can build a brighter future.
Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.
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