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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.
The Bridge Program is a Tasmania-wide service for help overcoming and recovering from addictions related to Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs. There are 12 residential beds and four transitional units. The centre is close to St John's Park and is set on six acres of grounds, with a community garden, arts centre, gymnasium and commercial kitchen.
About the role
We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to provide receptionist duties to the Bridge Centre and assist in the administration of the payment of client rents and general bookkeeping requirements.
Reporting to the Business Lead, this is a max-term (until June 2025), part-time (26.4 hours per week) position based in New Town, Tasmania. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award Level 2.
You will successfully- Answer phone calls in a timely and courteous manner.- Assist the AOD team and support workers with administrative tasks such as accounts, services, general information.- Liaise with contractors and services in a professional and courteous manner.- Order food for the centre and programs.
You will have- Office Administration Certificate IV or equivalent experience.- A current Tasmanian Employee Work with Vulnerable People card.- A current Tasmania Driver Licence.
What we offer
As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;- NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)-
- Flexible working conditions-
- Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits-
- Paid parental leave - 12 weeks-
- Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme-
- Up to 5 days paid leave per year to 'volunteer' in a TSA program or activity-
- Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes-
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;-
- Opportunity for career development;-
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members-
- Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contributionHow to Apply
- 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_