AOD Team Leader

at  The Salvation Army

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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.
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
We are seeking an exceptional AOD Team Leader who will provide leadership and be responsible for complex case management activities and oversee the work of case workers at Townsville RSC. This includes assessment and referral, education and support, which delivers a comprehensive client focused service. In addition, this role also involves building networks and partnerships as required. All activities support the achievement of the Mission of The Salvation Army.

You will successfully

• Monitor the performance of and provide support to therapeutic staff to deliver quality, efficient and effective services, in line with TSA and Recovery Services policy and procedure.
• Provides leadership for team activities attends and participates in staff meetings.
• Demonstrates a supportive approach to other staff member
• Performance or conduct issues are addressed as required
• In consultation with management identify and implement service delivery improvements.
• Assist with the development of policy and procedure.
• Support management and other staff in accreditation and quality assurance processes

You will have

• Knowledge of or experience in the drug and alcohol service provision.
• Tertiary or other qualifications within Community Services, Social Work or similar discipline and/or extensive relevant experience.
• At least two years recovery where applicable.
• Experience working with people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.
• Experience working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and religions.
• Experience working in collaboration with other organisations to develop and tailor programs to meet clients’ needs.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with unpredictable situations and behaviour, violence and problems associated with substance abuse and psychiatric conditions.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality customer service & continuous improvement strategies
• Highly effective planning, organisational, problem solving and evaluation skills
• Energetic and flexible with a positive attitude.
• Demonstrates on a continual basis, a commitment to assisting and supporting colleagues in all workplace activities
• Relevant state Working with Children Check is required

This is a permanent, full-time position located in Townsville, QLD. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Level 6 Award.
What we offer

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

• NFP salary packaging ($15,900 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 National Police Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration

Please refer the Job description for details