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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.
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1
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 Registered Nurse, this is your opportunity to provide holistic and comprehensive nursing support to participants throughout their journey with the Withdrawal Unit enhancing the provision of primary health care within a specialist AOD service.
Reporting to the Nurse Team Leader, this is a casual position, based in Highgate, WA.
This role requires ability to work a rotating roster of morning, evening and night shifts including weekends and weekdays. You will also be required to work on call when scheduled.
How You Will Make An Impact
* Conducting clinical observations, including withdrawal assessment using relevant assessment tools.
* Provision of low-medical support including medication administration, basic wound care, health assessment and screening.
* Development of health-related withdrawal treatment plans in collaboration with participants and the broader Bridge House team.
* Providing trauma informed, person-centred care to participants with histories of complex trauma and co-occurring substance use and mental health conditions.
* Work collaboratively with GP and Nurse Practitioners providing medical support and oversight to Bridge House.
What You Will Bring
* Degree or equivalent in Nursing and a current Div 1 certificate.
* Practical experience in AOD sector service delivery, with an understanding of addictive behaviour and drugs, both illicit and licit.
* Demonstrated skills in triage, medical assessment, decision making and providing appropriate nursing interventions during crisis.
* Demonstrated competence in infection control procedures.
* Competent computer skills to use Microsoft office programs such as: Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel and Sharepoint, and to learn and use TSAs documentation software.
* Ability to work a rotating roster of morning, evening and night shifts including weekends and weekdays.
* Ability to be On Call when scheduled
* Evidence of current and full nursing registration with AHPRA as Division 1 (RN)
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.
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
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