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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.
Why this role matters
The Salvation Army is one of Australia’s largest providers of alcohol and other drug (AOD) services, offering withdrawal management, residential and non‑residential rehabilitation, and harm‑reduction programs. Our services provide a place of safety, dignity, and hope for people seeking recovery. The Geelong Withdrawal Unit supports individuals through medically supervised detox, ensuring their physical, mental, and emotional needs are met in a trauma‑informed and culturally safe environment.
About the role
As an Enrolled Endorsed Nurse, this is your opportunity to deliver high‑quality withdrawal management nursing care, including admissions, discharges, clinical observations, medication administration, and support for clients throughout their detox journey. You will work closely with RNs, GPs, AOD workers, and the Nurse Team Leader to ensure safe, compassionate, and effective service delivery.
Reporting to the Nurse Team Leader, this is a permanent part-time position, 19 hours per week located in our Geelong Withdrawal Unit, based in Corio, VIC.
Conditions
Compensation is in accordance with the Nurses Award 2010.
How you will make an impact
- Provide high‑quality client care through admissions, discharges, clinical observations, withdrawal scales, and medication administration.
- Support multidisciplinary collaboration by working closely with GPs, RNs, AOD workers, and support staff.
- Maintain accurate documentation including client notes, pathology tracking, and unit audit reporting.
- Ensure safe practice by identifying risks, completing incident reports, and following WHS procedures.
- Contribute to unit operations through handovers, meetings, room preparation, and general support tasks.
What you will bring
- Relevant Nursing qualification and current AHPRA registration.
- Completed or willingness to complete Cert IV AOD competencies within 12 months.
- Experience in AOD nursing, withdrawal management, or mental health (desirable).
- Strong skills in triage, assessment, crisis response, and infection control.
- Ability to work with people from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds.
- Confident computer skills (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, SharePoint).
- A current Employee Working With Children Check,
- A current Victorian Driver’s Licence.
What we offer
Eligible employees can access meaningful and supportive employee benefits, including:
- Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax‑free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.
- Access to EAP, wellbeing initiatives, and Fitness Passport.
- Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander supports including Burra Burra Network, Cultural Events, and Sorry Business & Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days).
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- A purpose‑driven career that creates meaningful and sustainable social impact.
How to apply
If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive 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.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration