Job Summary
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 29th Jun 2020
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 review our current vacancies.
The Salvation Army is 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.
We are currently seeking a proactive and motivated Team Leader with proven experience in AOD withdrawal management and Mental Health knowledge to provide leadership, support and supervision to the Nursing and Intake teams at GWU.
The Geelong Withdrawal Unit provides a residential medicated withdrawal service for those who are seeking to recover from alcohol and other drugs issues. Clients reside in the Unit during their episode of care and are provided with all meals and facilities. Clients can remain in the programme for a further 21 days (Stage 2) post their medicated withdrawal (Stage 1) to stabilise and plan for their recovery post discharge.
Nursing staff are employed to cover the 24-hour period with clinical supervision provided by the Nursing Coordinator and Visiting Medical Officer (GP)
We are currently seeking a proactive and motivated Team Leader with proven experience in AOD withdrawal management and Mental Health knowledge to provide leadership, support and supervision to the Nursing and Intake teams at GWU. Other key responsibilities include:
This position is located at the AOD Barwon, Geelong Withdrawal Unit Corio.
This is a part-time position, 30.4 hours per week ongoing.
Salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Nurses Award 2010 Grade 4A.
For a copy of the Position Description and enquiries please go to the Salvos Careers website - Job Reference R3589.
For enquiries please contact Christine Gleeson on 03 5275 3500.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation that is committed to ensuring the wellbeing of children and young people, and protecting them from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all other roles require a mandatory National Police Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.