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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 skilledAlcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Practitionerto join ourFamily 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 apermanent part-timeposition, 30.4 hours per week, based in Bendigo, VIC.
Compensation is in accordance withSCHADS 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
What we're looking for
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
What we offer
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 careersthat have positive and sustainable / social impacts.
Hear from us,



before they need to hear from you.
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 nowand 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 and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child secure 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 or relevant state equivalent.
Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.
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📌 Aod Family Reunification Practitioner (Bendigo)
🏢 The Salvation Army
📍 Bendigo