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- The Salvation Army is 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). We work to a modern, evidence based and holistic Model of Care which can be viewed here :
1._AOD_Model_Of_Care_2021.pdf (salvationarmy.org.au)
About the role
We are seeking a values-driven Rehab Intake Coordinator who will effectively manage and support residential wait lists and bed allocation for The Salvation Army (TSA) residential rehabilitation programs in Victoria (Bendigo Bridge, Bridgehaven and The Basin). Review and acknowledge all referrals received for the residential rehabilitation programs, ensuring risk and prioritisation requirements are noted and clients are responded to in a timely manner. This position is responsible for providing support to clients who are on waiting lists for residential rehabilitation.
You will successfully
All service providers have up to date service and referral pathway information.Responds to referrals in a flexible and timely manner, with referrals acknowledged no longer than 48 business hoursClients incoming to program have safe transport arrangements, including negotiation & flexibility with service providers in consultation with the Program Development ManagerLiaise with allied health and other health care professionals to obtain the necessary medical and other healthcare recordsEnsures that clients have exit and post treatment plans in placeAttend weekly Clinical Assessment Team (CAST) meetings and present clients to discuss for admissionReview the needs of all accepted participants in line with priority requirements and bed availability to ensure an adequate number of beds are allocated to maintain bed occupancy at all sitesOngoing communication between intake coordinators and residential services regarding admissionsAssertive referrals are provided as required e.g. psychological support, family violence counselling, financial counselling / literacy, nutrition and life skills training and other health initiatives to support client recovery where neededEvidence based interventions are delivered in line with client centered treatment that aligns with AOD training and qualificationsCase management support is provided to clients in accordance with TSA case management models and standards of practiceClients are assisted to build networks and post treatment support plans that include personal networks, after care, self-help groups and community activitiesAccurate, up to date client records and data is maintained for all clients in accordance with TSA standards and procedures using TSA information systemsReferrals are responded to in a flexible and timely mannerRisks to clients, staff and TSA are identified and bought to the attention of the Program development manager as soon as possibleBe active in own professional developmentAttend and participate in supervision and debriefing sessionsAttend and participate in regular staff meetingsThis is a full-time, permanent position located in Basin, VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SACS VIC Lvl 5 - Social Worker award.
You will have
A minimum diploma level qualification in Community Services, Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) or relevant field.Relevant experience in a social service environment, preferably AODA national criminal history check is required prior to commencement.Victoria Working with Children check is required prior to commencement.We are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure._What we offer
Flexible working conditionsMaybe eligible to) NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefitsEmployee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling serviceFinancial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefitsDiscounted health and fitness programs through Fitness PassportUp to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave schemeGenerous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeksUp to 5 d