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.
Homelessness Melbourne Metro is committed to providing person-centred care, trauma-informed practice and a strengths-based approach to improve the health, wellbeing and housing outcomes for people experiencing homelessness.
Service Profile The Homelessness Melbourne Metro region is a large Homelessness provider in the inner city of Melbourne and provides a comprehensive range of residential & community services across six sites in St Kilda, Footscray, North Melbourne, West Melbourne and Kensington.
Community programs include the Crisis Contact Centre, Community Outreach Services for single adults, support for older people in public housing, rough sleeper & street sleeping initiatives, community participation and AOD support.
Residential services operate from Foley House in Footscray, the Open Door in North Melbourne and Flagstaff in West Melbourne.
Homelessness Melbourne Metro is supported by co-located services including the TSA Chaplaincy program, Bolton Clarke primary health service and NDIS support coordination.
Your Role Flagstaff Residential Services provides support to 64 single men experiencing homelessness with a history of trauma, disadvantage, mental health and chronic health issues in West Melbourne.
The aim of the Homelessness Residential Services is to maximise each client's independence through person-centred and capacity building approaches to service delivery.
The program's focus is to assist vulnerable and or at-risk residents to maintain good health, improve well-being and develop capability on a pathway towards reaching their personal potential.
The Flagstaff Residential Service Coordinator is part of a trans-disciplinary team that works closely with:
Residential Community Support Services across two sites Case Management Services Health Services including Bolton Clarke Community Engagement Team We are committed to working with the most disadvantaged, marginalised and complex members of our community to support them in recovering from their experience of trauma and homelessness.
We are looking for an inspirational leader: That can lead to cultural and programmatic change Is passionate about social justice and ending homelessness Experienced in high-quality service delivery and creating high functioning teams About you Ability to coach, supervise and manage change Resilience, flexibility and adaptability Creative outcome-focused attitude Ability to meet tight deadlines Advanced communication, written & organisational skills Ability to ensure service delivery outcomes meet the required target Strong AOD practitioner experience Relevant degree or above qualifications Ability to manage crisis situations Initiative to solve service delivery challenges What we offer As a registered not for profit organisation in addition to your remuneration you will enjoy generous tax-free salary packaging benefits Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family members Corporate Private Health Insurance rates Supportive and encouraging organisation Permanent full-time position Located in West Melbourne, close to public transport & parking Please contact Sarah for a Position Description: and if you would like to discuss the position, contact the Residential Services Program Manager, Amanda Stokes amanda.stokes Applications close: Monday 11th November at 5 pm.
Suitable applicants may be invited to interview prior to the closing date All roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check.
Applicants for all other roles require a mandatory National Police Check. 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
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