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.
Position Available: Nurse Team Leader
Employment Type: Permanent / Part-Time
Working Hours: 30.4 / week | Mon - Thur
Site based: On-site
Location: Townsville Recovery Services – Rowes Bay
Classification: Qld Nurses EBA - RN Level 3
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
To provide leadership of the nursing team and specialised withdrawal management nursing services, clinical assessments, mental and physical health care, referral for medical assistance as required to people undergoing AOD withdrawal management, within a safe and culturally appropriate manner which meets the immediate physical, mental and emotional needs in line with TSA values.
How You Will Make An Impact
* Provide leadership, guidance, and professional role modelling to a team of Registered and Enrolled Nurses.
* Contribute to decision-making panels regarding AOD assessments and admissions to withdrawal management unit.
* Be a part of the TRS Leadership Team and contribute to leadership goals, AOD State Agenda and work within guidelines and manuals.
* Manage a withdrawal management unit including overseeing admission processes, psychosocial education sessions, nursing care, partnering with the contracted General Practitioner and medication management.
* Coordinate and oversee staff selection, rostering, performance appraisal, and professional development.
* Monitor and evaluate staff performance in alignment with TSA HR policies and ensure compliance with relevant policies and procedures.
What You Will Bring
* Demonstrated experience and competence in nursing within the alcohol and other drugs nursing environment, including working with people with mental health conditions.
* Current knowledge of issues relating to withdrawal management (must have) and National Guidelines (desirable).
* Demonstrated skills in triage, medical assessment, decision-making and providing appropriate nursing interventions and crisis support.
* Leadership skills of managing nursing units.
* Demonstrated experience in achieving KPIs and implementing strategic plans.
* Tertiary qualification in Nursing and current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
* Driver's Licence
* Blue card (Paid WWCC)
What We Offer
* Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives
* 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.
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
Are you ready to make a difference and help individuals rebuild their lives? Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the role's requirements. Together, we can create lasting change and build a more inclusive and compassionate community.
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.
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