Sobering Up Unit (Suu) Support Worker

Are you passionate about supporting your community?

The role you could play
We are seeking a casual Sobering Up Unit - Support Worker to join our team! You will provide a safe and caring environment in which intoxicated persons can sober up as an alternative to police custody in which a person's behavior poses a risk to themselves or others in the community. Additionally, you will assist in the implementation of objectives and requirements of the Service Agreement.

Duties

• Understand issues faced by and be able to work respectfully with all clients including those who are ATSI, CALD and LGBTIQ
• Work professionally with team members, clients and other agencies
• Competently assess clients on presentation to determine ability of the service to support the person
• Competently assess clients on their AOD use for suitability/needing for monitoring and risks to be managed during monitoring
• Use discretion and knowledge of the individual client's risk factors to respond to need
• Cognizant of new policies and procedures and how they may manifest themselves in service delivery

We have vacant casual positions, based in New Town, TAS. This is an on-call position. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Level 3 Award.

The ideal candidate will have

• Cert IV in relevant industry
• Understanding of the principles of harm minimization specifically within the Sobering Up Unit context
• Previous experience in AOD sector essential
• Mental health and Mental Health first aid is advantageous
• On the job training provided
• Support Workers must be able to attend the Places of Safety Sobering Up Unit in New Town, Hobart Tasmania 7008 within 30 minutes of call out
• A current and valid First Aid Certificate or ability/willingness to obtain
• Current Tasmanian Driver's Licence

Benefits working with The Salvation Army

• We offer our eligible employees NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)
• Health, fitness, financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits;
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;
• Opportunity for career development;
• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to 'volunteer' in 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 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.

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 organization 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.