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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.

Position: Brisbane Centre Manager

Location: Moonyah, Red Hill

This is a permanent, full-time position located in Red Hill, QLD. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award Level 7.This is a Monday – Friday role with rostered on call.

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.

About the role

This role will oversee an 80+ bed residential drug and alcohol facility with a 13-bed withdrawal management unit onsite and pre and post treatment support options located at Red Hill.

Oversee service delivery ensuring quality service delivery and that participants receive services in a timely manner, appropriate case management, education, support, assessment and referral within a client focused recovery framework, in line with The Salvation Army’s (TSA) AOD model of care.

You will successfully

Ensure services are inclusive, accessible and responsive for our diverse participants
Deliver of state agendas and operational/local plans aligned to national agendas
Oversight of practice and service delivery
Establish program specific systems and processes for service delivery and review regularly
Manage services in accordance with funding body or contractual requirements and guidelines and service standards
Develop and management of program budgets and finances
Manage risk in service delivery and operational aspects of program including building and assets
Provide line management and supervision of staff

You will have

Degree qualification in social work, welfare, community development or related field and extensive management experience
Project development and implementation experience in social and community services programs including AOD
The Ability to lead and support staff and services undergoing change
Experience in active membership in community or sector bodies within the AOD sector

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

About Us

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and 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.

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 without a cover letter will not be considered.

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.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration