Aod Specialist

The Salvation Army is one of Australia's largest providers of alcohol and other drug services. We offer a range of services including Harm Reduction and Primary Health Services as well as a range of treatment types including residential treatment centres, community-based support programs, counselling, and withdrawal management services.

The Bridge Program in Ulverstone, Tasmania, operates from our residential facility in Adahai Street, and offers 12 residential beds and three transitional beds. The centre is set on spacious grounds and offers staff facilitated outings, weekly recreational activities and arts and craft.

We are seeking a values-driven and proactive AOD Specialist to work with individuals in the Bridge program who are experiencing problematic substance use and to implement treatment plans that promote recovery utilising a combination of strategies. This includes group work, one to one intervention and family support for individuals experiencing alcohol and other drug related problems.

Reporting to the Clinical Lead, this is is a Fixed-Term (until June 2026) full-time position based in Ulverstone, Tasmania. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award Level 5.

• Case management support is provided to clients in accordance with TSA case management models and standards of practice.
• Deliver effective and evidence based individual interventions that support the implementation of the individual treatment plan including CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Relapse Prevention and Mindfulness.
• Provide harm minimisation interventions and strategies to improve client health and well being.
• Develop, record and regularly monitor client goals to provide feedback to the client on achievements.
• Facilitate Therapeutic groups to provide Bio-psycho-social education.
• Make ongoing assessment of the client's issues, needs and circumstances from initial intake to exit.
• Identify referral opportunities to assist clients in accessing appropriate support services and establish community support.
• Work as part of a team along with case managers and other professional workers to achieve the best outcomes for clients.

• A minimum degree in a relevant field - social work, counselling.
• A Working with Vulnerable People Check.
• Experience as an AOD practitioner, ideally with experience in providing integrated counselling and case management.
• A clear understanding of addiction and the issues which impact on addiction.
• An understanding of co-morbidity and experience working with co-morbid clients.
• Experience in facilitation of therapeutic groups.

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 contribution

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.

If you're excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you. We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values. If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.

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 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.