time left to apply End Date: February 7, 2025 (20 days left to apply)
job requisition id R47746
Number of Positions Available: 4
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.
Why this role mattersThe Salvation Army (Salvos) Youth Services encompasses a range of programs for vulnerable young people, their families, and the community. Our services have a strong focus on prevention and early intervention and enable access to safe accommodation options, holistic case management, community outreach programs, and programs that teach vital independent living skills. Our centres are safe and supportive environments creating an ideal environment for growth, where participants feel believed in, valued, listened to, and respected.
About the roleWe are seeking a values-driven and proactive Casual Youth Worker! You will support young people with problematic alcohol and dependent substance use through their journey of recovery. Additionally, you will deliver a safe, secure, and clean environment for clients in a 24-hour residential setting.
This is a casual position based in Townsville, QLD. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Social Community Home Care and Disability Services Award Level 3.
You will successfullyDevelop effective and supportive relationships with clients, ensuring that each client is treated with respect, dignity, and confidentiality.Complete comprehensive assessments of a young person's life and living skills to develop an individual Life and Living Skills plan in collaboration with clients.Incorporate a range of interventions, including (but not limited to) health, nutrition & fitness, personal hygiene & physical well-being, budgeting & finances, cleaning and maintaining living spaces, positive parenting, and positive respectful relationships.Ensure the voice of young people is reflected in program development and delivery by conducting exit interviews with previous Youth Services clients and co-facilitating program meetings.Assist clients to carry out their support plan, and monitor and review the plan in line with the service policy and procedure.Maintain records of the activities (e.g. Daybook, incident reports, phone messages) providing reports at changeover and to Manager as required.You will haveCertificate 4 or higher qualification in Social Work, Youth Work, Community Work, or equivalent.Experience working with young people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and religions.Experience and understanding of the issues faced by people experiencing problematic alcohol and other dependent substance use, mental ill health, and other disabilities (desirable).Demonstrated ability to deal with unpredictable situations and behavior, violence, and problems associated with problematic alcohol and other dependent substance use, mental ill health, and other disabilities.Effective verbal and written communication skills; participate in the collection of data and report writing.Competency in Microsoft Office.Proven ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and carry out duties in a timely manner.Ability to use active listening skills, make an assessment on a crisis situation, and use crisis intervention principles including conflict resolution within the community.A current and valid Driver's Licence.A current and valid Working with Children's Check (Blue Card).A current first aid or ability to obtain one.What we offerAs 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.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 ApplyIf 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 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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.
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