Number of Positions Available:
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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.
The Salvation Army is one of Australia’s largest providers of Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) services. Our Bendigo Bridge Program offers structured residential treatment, education and recovery support for people seeking to rebuild their lives. This role is essential in ensuring that participants receive safe, consistent and high-quality care through strong leadership, coordinated case work and reliable residential operations.
As the AOD Residential Team Leader, this is your opportunity to lead the entire residential team and coordinate case work activities, so participants receive appropriate care, education and support in line with the Model of Care. You will oversee governance routines, safe exits, rostering, structured handover and daily operational flow to ensure the program runs smoothly and participants experience a safe and supportive environment.
Reporting to the Program Manager, this is a Permanent Full-Time position, based on-site in Bendigo, Victoria.
Compensation is in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award (SCHADS) Level 6.
How you will make an impact
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AOD Skill Set including CHCAOD001 CHCAOD004 CHCAOD006 and CHCAOD009
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Residential AOD experience with demonstrated experience working in an AOD residential treatment setting
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Relevant qualifications such as an undergraduate degree in Social Work Psychology Counselling or a related field or qualifications in clinical supervision or leadership
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Group work and program coordination skills with experience creating and maintaining timetables in residential settings
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Leadership capability including supervision reflective practice and team development
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A Current Victorian Employee Working with Children Check
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A current First Aid certificate
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A current Victorian Driver's Licence
The Salvos offer a well‑balanced package of meaningful benefits including:
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Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free plus $2,650 meal entertainment benefit
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Generous paid parental leave purchased leave scheme and professional development opportunities
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Access to EAP wellbeing initiatives and Fitness Passport
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports including Burra Burra Network Cultural Events Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave
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A purpose driven culture grounded in compassion justice and community impact
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Ongoing training and development to enhance your professional skills
If you are passionate about leading a team that supports people through recovery and you are ready to contribute to a program that creates lasting change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role. Together we can build a brighter future.
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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
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