After Hours Support Worker

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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.

Why this role matters
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).

About the role
This role is part of our After Hours team to ensure the safety and well being of all clients and staff outside of business hours. You will operate in keeping with the Case Management Plan for each client and the policies and procedures of The Salvation Army.

Reporting to the Team Leader, this is a permanent, part-time position offering 16 hours per week, based at Sunrise Centre, Berrimah.

You will successfully
Maintain the security and safety of residents and staff at our Sunrise site

Identify work health and safety risks to clients and staff and bringing that to the attention of the Team Leader

Build effective relationships with clients, encouraging self-determination, participation and support to their improvement

Assist with alcohol testing clients upon re-entry to the centre, any any positive results are reported to the relevant Case Manager within 24 hours

Assist clients with medication in accordance with policy and client medication plans

Provide clients access to support services, establishing community support so their holistic needs are addressed

Monitor client care, progress and outcomes as part of their case plan management

Maintain accurate and up-to date client records and data

Identify services gaps and recommend improvements to the manager for better service delivery

You will have
Certificate III qualification in community services, youth work, Alcohol Other Drugs, mental health or related field and relevant experience. ​

Self Administer Medication Certificate

Ability to work weekends, after hours and sleep over shifts as required

Knowledge in Data Entry Systems

A current and valid First Aid Certificate

A national police record check or willingness to obtain

Valid NT Employee Working with Children Check

What we offer
As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;

NFP salary packaging ($15,+00 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 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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