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We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values. If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role, we invite you to review our current vacancies.
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 Doorways program provides person-centred care to community members experiencing financial or other forms of hardship through the provision of financial and material emergency relief. Case management is provided at some of the Doorways sites to engage people through early intervention as well as address long-term disadvantage to break the cycle of poverty and alleviate financial hardship. Our practitioners are strength-based and trauma-informed in their practice to build individual capacity, resilience, and wellbeing.
About The Role
We are seeking a values-driven Case Worker who will support community members to meet their goals through community partnerships, collaboration, and using case management as a tool.
You will successfully
Work collaboratively with Corps Officers, Volunteers, and other co-located Mission Leaders to deliver an integrated approach to delivering Doorways at the local site. Build and maintain relationships within TSA and with local community stakeholders to identify local resources, community needs, and opportunities for collaboration. Assess community members' specific needs, strengths, and identification of interrelated issues and needs. Develop high-quality case plans with community members to identify achievable goals using a strength-based approach. Use prevention and early intervention strategy and response to deliver support and services to people experiencing disadvantage and financial hardship. You will have
A degree-level qualification in Social Work, Psychology, or other Community/Human Services discipline is highly desirable, or a Diploma and a minimum of 2 years relevant experience in the community services sector would be considered. A current and valid Working with Children's Check. This is a permanent, full-time position located in Manunda, QLD. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Level 4 Award.
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.
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