Number of Positions Available: 1
ABOUT USThe 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. The role is to deliver practical and emotional support to young people who are homeless and in crisis.
Position Overview:This role is a casual position, based in Bundaberg, QLD. You will provide a referral service to appropriate community service providers and deliver a safe, secure, and clean environment for the client group in a 24-hour accommodation setting.
Responsibilities: Develop effective and supportive relationships with clients, ensuring that each client is treated with respect, dignity, and confidentiality.Develop a co-operative relationship with all staff members to ensure an effective team approach to program implementations and service delivery.Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate appropriate life skills and other programs for clients.Provide information and referral services to non-government and statutory organizations, community organizations, and individuals as required.Minimum Requirements: A qualification in social work, youth work, community work, or equivalent.Experience working with young people who are homeless and/or in crisis within a Case Management Framework.Experience working with young people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and religions.Desirable Qualifications:Understanding of the issues faced by people experiencing homelessness, substance use disorders, mental ill health, and other disabilities.
Additional Requirements:A national police record check is required. Drivers Licence and Working with Children Card.
Salary: SCHADS Crisis Assistance and Supported Housing Lvl 1
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 conditionsFinancial discounts/benefitsPurpose-driven career with positive social and sustainable outcomesEmployee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling serviceOpportunity for career developmentAn inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate, and professional team membersThe 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 organization 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. At the Salvos, we believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better.
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