Administration Officer

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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.

We are seeking a values-driven and dedicated Administration Support Worker, reporting to the Centre Manager.

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).

About The Role

We are seeking a values-driven and dedicated Administration Support Worker, reporting to the Centre Manager, you will provide effective support to Participants, ensuring a safe and structured environment is maintained.

You will successfully

• Assist case workers to address client needs, administer the program contributing to case plans and provide supervision to participants.
• Demonstrate commitment to an environment that values continuous improvement and innovation in the delivery of high-quality services.
• Manage all general administration, and clerical activities.
• Ensure the provision of prompt and efficient customer service to internal and external customers through reception related activities.

This is a fixed term (8 months) full-time/ part time(optional) position based at our Mount Isa Recovery Services Centre, however offering an extension until November 2025 for the right candidate.

Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Level 2 – $32.21 per hour with hours and days negotiable.

You will have

• Certificate IV in a relevant discipline – Health/ AOD
• Administrative experience, including implementing and coordinating administrative systems
• Ability to work shifts across the week – Monday to Sunday
• Knowledge of AOD, Community Services and Health Sectors is a must
• An understanding of the issues faced by people experiencing AOD related issues, mental health, and other disabilities
• Maintain a current First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Current Driver’s licence

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

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 National Police Check.

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