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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.
About the Role:
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).
Our Mount Isa Recovery Services Centre is currently looking for an Office All Rounder to join the team. This is a full time fixed term three year contract. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Admin Superstar to ensure a safe and structured environment is maintained and that administrative and operational systems are implemented.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage all general administration and clerical activities (organising meetings and events including venue hire, catering, minute taking etc)
- Ensure the provision of prompt and efficient customer service to internal and external customers through reception related activities
- Assist case workers to address client needs, administer the program contributing to case plans and provide supervision to participants
- Demonstrate commitment to an environment that values continuous improvement and innovation in the delivery of high-quality services
- Maintain and respond to the Mount Isa Recovery Services email account
About you:
- Administrative experience, including implementing and coordinating administrative systems
- Experience in providing reception tasks to a range of people within a social service context
- Experience working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
- An understanding of the issues faced by people experiencing AOD related issues, mental health, and other disabilities
- Certificate IV in a relevant discipline (or willing to working towards)
- First Aid and CPR certificate plus willingness to undergo police clearance as part of the recruitment process
Why work for us:
- Remote Area Housing Benefit to employees who live and work in the area (up to $31,800 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)
- Opportunity for training and career development
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounted health and fitness programs
- Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
- Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
How to Apply:
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.
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 are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure in selected functions. You may be required to provide evidence of Vaccination depending on the role you are applying for.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.
