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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 recent 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 (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
As a
Clinical Nurse
, this is your opportunity to provide quality healthcare support, ensure safe and compliant medication practices, guide staff on health matters, oversee participants' clinical needs, and maintain strong relationships with local health providers.
Reporting to the Residential Service Manager, this is a
permanent part-time
role offering 30.4 hours, 4 days a week, located on-site at The Basin, VIC.
How you will make an impact
Deliver day-to-day health support, including assessments, care planning, urinalysis screening, and coordination of medical and specialist appointments
Manage medication processes, including reviews, supervision of self-administration, audits, and collaboration with AOD staff
Maintain accurate health documentation, participant medical files, and required reporting to support secure, compliant service delivery
Provide staff training, contribute to therapy groups, and participate in clinical assessments to support consistent, effective practice
Liaise with external health services, uphold WHS and accreditation standards,



and assist with other duties that support program operations
What you will bring
Nursing Registration with AHPRA
A minimum of three year's experience in the alcohol and other drugs (AOD) sector
Comprehensive experience in acute care
Experience and knowledge of implementing
client intake and assessments, individual care and discharge planning
A current
VIC Driver's Licence
and
Employee Working with Children Check
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 incl Fitness Passport
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days)
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
Conditions
Compensation is in accordance with Nurses Award Level 2.
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.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration
We are 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.
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📌 Clinical Nurse (Melbourne)
🏢 The Salvation Army Australia
📍 Melbourne