Bridge Social Worker / Addiction Case Worker

September 19, 2024

The Salvation Army

Dunedin

PART TIME & OTHER

About The Salvation Army Wellington Bridge Centre
The Salvation Army Dunedin Bridge Centre exists to provide safe, integrated, high quality treatment and support services to people whose lives have been affected by alcohol or substance use. Our services are evidenced based best practise and are known for being people-centred, caring, transformative and responsive.
We are looking to appoint a suitably qualified Social Worker or addictions counsellor for a part time .25 FTE position in Balclutha.
Key Responsibilities:

Provision of casework that provides integrated care for those experiencing co-existing problems of addiction and mental health.
Working within the framework of The Salvation Army Bridge Programme Model of Treatment.
Implementation of the Salvation Army Bridge Programme Policies and Procedures
Assessment, referrals and 1-1 counselling for alcohol and drug issues

Person Specification:

Degree in Social Work or addiction counselling
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Good cross-cultural understanding.
DAPAANZ Registration
Commitment to continuing professional development relevant to addiction studies.
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment, sharing information, ideas and effective practices while maintaining client and service privacy, and confidentiality

Our offer to you:

2 x Salvation Army additional leave days and long service leave
Discounted Medical Insurance with Southern Cross
TSA discount card for discount with various retailers such as Beaurepaires, Noel Leeming, Placemakers and Torpedo7
Free confidential counselling services to support your wellbeing
Subsidised flu vaccinations
A position within a long-standing, respected nationwide organisation
Opportunities for growth and development

Hours of work: This is a permanent part-time role of 10 hours per week
The starting salary hourly rate is $33.29 and is dependent on experience.
This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!
We look forward to receiving your application.
TSA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment.
To apply for this job, please go to our job site and enter the job code 7510KHJ.

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available