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.
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 Salvation Army Australia's Family Violence Stream provides a wide range of services around the country to support women and women with children impacted by family and domestic violence. We offer refuge, children's and parenting services, counselling, support, men's programs, accommodation and advice to women and children who are experiencing, or who have experienced, family violence.
About the role We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Team Leader, at our Karratha Women's Centre location. Reporting to the Program Manager, this is a permanent part-time position offering 30 hours per week. The role is instrumental in providing operational leadership; incorporating knowledge and understanding of internal practices, policies, and guidelines, including Specialist family violence case management, outreach and afterhours response services ensuring child focused, strength based and trauma informed service practice.
You will be required to be available and willing to be on call and work outside normal business hours, as required. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award, level 6.
You will successfully Provide high level professional leadership to the workforce and observe best practice management. Deliver an effective high-quality family violence service with ability to demonstrate that interventions make a difference to the lives of women and children post family violence. Manage resources as required e.g. vehicles, equipment and property. Monitor relevant aspects of reporting, budgets & expenditure, including client brokerage. Monitor service performance targets and collaboratively identify strategies to address issues with the State Manager. You will have (Requisite Skills & Qualifications) Degree qualification in Social Work is essential and demonstrated experience. Experience in the family violence sector and managing or coordinating residential care settings. Experience in managing and overseeing case management and outreach support services. Well-developed liaison and communication skills, including the ability to consult and negotiate with relevant agencies in the service sector and the public. Demonstrated experience in effectively dealing with the impact of trauma. 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. How to Apply If you're excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you. 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 apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.
Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.
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 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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