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 Duty Social Worker, this is your opportunity to provide accessible and compassionate frontline care within social work team at Access Health. You will be the first point of contact for people who are marginalised, using substances, working in street-based sex work and/or experiencing homelessness. You will play a central role in triage, assessment and coordinating care for a highly vulnerable cohort. The Duty Social Worker will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver responsive primary health care to achieve the best possible outcomes for people using the service.
Reporting to the Clinical Coordinator and Program Manager, this is a permanent part-time role offering 30.4 hours, located in St Kilda, VIC.
How you will make an impact
* Provide a safe and nurturing environment that is upheld by a harm reduction and trauma informed lens under the social model of health.
* Respond and support people presenting in crisis and/or with complex needs.
* Maintain accurate records, complete medical reception tasks and communicate information to the clinical team.
* Contribute to team meetings, communicate professionally with stakeholders and lead identified portfolios such as co-facilitating drop-in groups.
What you will bring
* A Bachelor's degree in social work, social services or similar.
* Relevant experience in a social service environment preferably the health, AOD, homelessness and/or mental health sector.
* 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 5
About us
The Salvation Army (Salvos) 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, the Salvos are always there providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
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 and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. 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.