Aod Practitioner

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ABOUT US The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

Are you passionate about your community? About the role We are seeking a dedicated AOD Practitioner!

You will provide an entry point into AOD Services for individuals and families through intake, assessment, counselling and care recovery coordination. Responsibilities include Assess individuals (including forensic clients) utilising approved screening and comprehensive assessment tools including risk assessments Ensure clients are linked into appropriate services in a timely manner and that clients are supported for the period between assessment and service linkage Liaise with allied health and other health care professionals to obtain necessary medical and other healthcare records when required Maintain knowledge of AOD related developments and service sector reforms Identify and mitigate any risks in relation to the site, staff, and consumers This is a permanent part-time position, 30.4 hours per week, based in Corio, VIC.

Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Level 5 Award. What you will have Minimum Diploma in AOD or a related health and community services Diploma with the 4 AOD core units Minimum 3 years’ experience within the AOD/Mental Health sector Experience in delivery of AOD/Mental Health client brief interventions and AOD Counselling and undertaking AOD Assessments Experience and resilience in working with complex AOD/Mental Health clients presenting with challenging behaviours Understand AOD Sector, Intake requirements and funding implications including bed management, forensic clients and reporting standards Extensive understanding of Addictive behaviours and AOD, both illicit and licit Knowledge and experience assisting clients to make informed decisions and engage appropriate supports to achieve their goals Knowledge and experience in working with clients on Pharmacotherapy Knowledge and experience in Harm Minimisation and Overdose Prevention, including Naloxone programs Benefits working at The Salvation Army

We offer our eligible employees NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity

An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate, and professional team members Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. Do not delay in submitting your application today! 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 National Police Check.

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