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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.
Withdrawal is one of the most vulnerable and courageous steps a person can take in their recovery journey. In this role, you become a steady, compassionate presence at a time when people need it most. You’ll walk alongside participants as they stabilise, rebuild confidence and reconnect with their strengths. Your support can be the difference between someone feeling alone in their struggle and feeling genuinely hopeful about their future.
As a Case Worker in our residential Withdrawal Unit, you will provide intensive case management and psychosocial support to participants as they navigate the early stages of recovery. You’ll work closely with a multidisciplinary team to create a safe, therapeutic environment where people feel respected, understood and empowered.
Your days will include one-on-one support, facilitate group activities, and helping participants access community supports. You’ll also accompany participants offsite when needed — whether that’s attending appointments, community activities or simply supporting them to reconnect with everyday life.
This permanent part-time position is worked across Tuesday, Thursday and Friday (7.6 hours per day), generally between 8am and 4pm, with some flexibility available. This permanent part time position is within the Withdrawal Services team, reporting to the Nurse Team Leader. Pay is in accordance with a SCHADS Level 5.
Provide high-quality case management including assessment, planning, monitoring and advocacy
Work collaboratively with participants to develop meaningful, achievable treatment plans
Deliver evidence-based interventions including CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Relapse Prevention, Mindfulness and ACT
Facilitate psychosocial groups that build connection, confidence and self-awareness
Support participants offsite, including attending appointments and community-based activities
Liaise with internal and external services to ensure coordinated, holistic care
Maintain accurate, timely and compliant clinical documentation
Monitor participant wellbeing, respond to risks and contribute to a safe, supportive environment
Work within a trauma-informed, harm-minimisation framework that honours dignity and choice
Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Counselling, Allied Health or a related discipline
Experience in the alcohol and other drugs sector (preferred)
Strong case management capability and understanding of AOD treatment models
Experience delivering therapeutic interventions and facilitating groups
Ability to build trust, rapport and safety with participants
High-level communication, documentation and interpersonal skills
A trauma-informed, person-centred approach
Current driver’s licence (required for transporting participants)
Commitment to TSA’s mission, values and inclusive practice
NFP salary packaging benefits (up to $15,900 tax free) and Entertainment Benefit ($2,650 tax free)
Flexible working arrangements
Employee Assistance Program – confidential counselling service
Financial, retail, and lifestyle discounts
Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
Up to 8 weeks of leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
Generous parental leave (12 weeks)
Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
A supportive, inclusive culture with passionate and dedicated team members
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference through your contribution to AOD services
How to apply
Please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the key capabilities of the role. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
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. W e 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.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration
The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) has been providing outstanding care for Victoria's children and their families for over 147 years.
We are the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and our care extends to children from Tasmania, southern New South Wales and other states around Australia and overseas.
With a passionate, highly skilled and committed staff campus wide of over 5,000, we provide a full range of clinical services, tertiary care and health promotion and prevention programs for children and young people.
We are the designated state-wide major trauma centre for paediatrics in Victoria and a Nationally Funded Centre for cardiac and liver transplantation.
When it comes to training and research we partner with the very best. Our campus partners, the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute (MCRI) and The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics, along with the RCH Foundation, are on site with the hospital in Parkville. Together, we are committed to improving the health outcomes for children today and in the future.
In 2016–17, more than 85,654 children attended our Emergency Department, 322,291 specialist clinic appointments were held which was almost 70,000 more than the previous year, more than 17,000 surgeries were performed and more than 48,552 children were admitted to our wards.
