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The Salvation Army

Team Leader

Posted on Nov. 22, 2024

Dooralong, Australia
0 - 0 USD (yearly)

Full Time

Number of Positions Available:

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.

Why this role matters

The Salvation Army (Salvos) is one of Australia’s largest providers of alcohol and other drug (AOD) programs including withdrawal management, residential and non-residential rehabilitation, and harm reduction programs. Salvos services go beyond addressing the core issues and challenges associated with problematic substance abuse and provide participants a place of hope, compassion, and dignity to recover safely.

The Dooralong Transformation Centre is Australia's largest drug, alcohol and gambling rehabilitation centre providing residential support services in an abstinence based, drug-free environment.

About the role

We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Team Lead to lead a high functioning team of multi-disciplinary staff to deliver client centred, residential Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) services.

Reporting to the Manager, this is a permanent, full-time position based in Dooralong. Please note that the current location of this role is in Dooralong NSW, however the service will be relocating to Fountaindale NSW in 2026. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award Level 6.

You will successfully

Provide clinical expertise to workers to resolve complex case management issues.
Monitor service performance targets and collaboratively identify strategies to address issues with the service manager.
Promote service user participation and evaluation.
Manage resources as required e.g. vehicles, equipment and property.
Monitor relevant aspects of budgets & expenditure, including client brokerage.
Deal with referred complaints.
Line manage and supervise the Senior Case Worker, Intake & Transitional Housing, Dual Diagnosis staff including nurses.
Develop the capability of the team through coaching and training.
Build and maintain relationships within the local community.
Report to program manager on progress against internal and external service delivery compliance requirements.

You will have

A degree qualification in social work, psychology or related field OR demonstrated high level of sector knowledge and skills attained through previous appointments, service and study/development.
Completed 4 AOD Skill Set Units (or willing to undertake/complete during employment).
Relevant experience in an AOD/mental health service environment.
Relevant experience in supervising staff.

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

How to Apply

If you're excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you. 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 apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

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

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