Are you passionate about supporting your community?

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated AOD Support Worker! You will provide supervision, support and crisis intervention to participants at Bendigo Bridge Program to help maintain the functioning of the centre during & outside of business hours, including weekdays, weeknights, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities include:

• Protect the safety and wellbeing of all participants by monitoring and managing the dynamics of participants
• Ensure new participants are inducted into the Bendigo Bridge Program with a positive first experience with the program
• Respond to all resident enquiries and escalate to AOD Case Managers
• Actively participate in daily handovers with other staff as necessary
• Provide "hands on" practical support to participants to enhance living skills
• Document and communicate all reportable incidences appropriately
• Participate in group facilitation

This is a casual position based in Bendigo, VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Level 4 Award.

You will have:

• Certificate IV (or equivalent) in the application of AOD interventions
• OR commitment to gain qualification within first 12 months of employment
• Previous experience in a similar role
• A Valid Employee Working with Children's Check
• A Current Driver's Licence

​Benefits of 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
• Flexible working conditions
• Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
• Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
• 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!

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.

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.