AOD Family Reunification Practitioner
The Salvation Army Australia
Date: 14 hours ago
City: Bendigo, Victoria
Contract type: Part time
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.
Be the Hope Families Need | Step into purpose as an AOD Practitioner – Family Reunification Program with The Salvation Army.
About The Role
At The Salvation Army, we believe every family deserves the chance to heal, reunite, and thrive. We're looking for a compassionate and skilled Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Practitioner to join our Family Reunification Program—a role that goes far beyond case management and counselling. It’s an opportunity to walk alongside parents and caregivers as they overcome substance use challenges and work toward rebuilding their families. If you're driven by hope, justice, and transformation, this is more than a job.
Reporting to the Intensive Services Manager, this is a permanent part-time position, 30.4 hours per week, based in Bendigo, VIC.
Compensation is in accordance with SCHADS Award Level 5.
You will successfully
The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:
Every day, vulnerable families face the risk of being separated. Families in crisis need someone who will show up. Someone who listens, challenges, and walks the hard road with them. If that’s you—we want to hear from you.
Apply now and start making a difference.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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
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.
Be the Hope Families Need | Step into purpose as an AOD Practitioner – Family Reunification Program with The Salvation Army.
About The Role
At The Salvation Army, we believe every family deserves the chance to heal, reunite, and thrive. We're looking for a compassionate and skilled Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Practitioner to join our Family Reunification Program—a role that goes far beyond case management and counselling. It’s an opportunity to walk alongside parents and caregivers as they overcome substance use challenges and work toward rebuilding their families. If you're driven by hope, justice, and transformation, this is more than a job.
Reporting to the Intensive Services Manager, this is a permanent part-time position, 30.4 hours per week, based in Bendigo, VIC.
Compensation is in accordance with SCHADS Award Level 5.
You will successfully
- Provide targeted, trauma-informed AOD assessments, counselling and case management to support family reunification goals
- Be a steady guide for families in crisis—creating and implementing holistic case plans focused on children’s safety, well being, and long-term development
- Work collaboratively with Child Protection and other services to ensure parents are empowered, supported, and seen
- Build trusting, collaborative relationships with clients to support self-determination and active participation
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individual treatment plans in partnership with clients
- Support access to external services and advocate for clients to build sustainable recovery networks
- Bachelor of Human Services, Master of Social Work, or a Diploma in Community/Health Services (AOD competencies or willingness to complete within 12 months required)
- Has experience in AOD support, family services, or the broader social services sector
- Communicates with empathy, writes with clarity, and advocates for those who can’t always speak for themselves
- Thrives in emotionally complex environments and remains calm under pressure
- Embodies our values of respect, diversity, collaboration, and ethical integrity
- A current Employee Working With Children's Check
- Valid Victorian Driver’s Licence
The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:
- Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit;
- Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities;
- Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives
- Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency;
- Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.
Every day, vulnerable families face the risk of being separated. Families in crisis need someone who will show up. Someone who listens, challenges, and walks the hard road with them. If that’s you—we want to hear from you.
Apply now and start making a difference.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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
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