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.