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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

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.

The role you could play

We are seeking a Case Manager for our Supported Accommodation Network Service! You will be responsible for providing assertive outreach support to men and women experiencing homelessness to rough sleepers. Additionally, as Homelessness Case Manager for the SANS program, you will ensure individual complex care for single people over the age of 18 with intensive complex needs.

What is the Supported Accommodation Network Service?

The SANS program provides person-centred and trauma-informed support ensuring access for clients to relevant services. These services include advocacy in obtaining safe and secure housing, referral in relation to legal issues, income security, health issues, drug and alcohol problems, specialised counselling, and psychiatric issues.

Duties

• Provide clients with a case management service that addresses identified needs, goals and risks in areas such as housing, health, mental health, AOD issues, legal issues, family issues, financial issues and employment
• Assist clients to develop a housing plan which includes pursuing appropriate, affordable long-term housing and obtaining the most suitable available interim accommodation
• Place clients in Transitional Housing and community rooming house accommodation, on the basis of identified criteria
• Assist clients in Transitional Housing to maintain their tenancy and resolve issues with the THM provider, to the point of obtaining appropriate long-term housing
• Case management support to clients in accordance with TSA case management models

This is a permanent full-time position based in Flagstaff, VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Level 5 Award.

The ideal candidate will have

• Diploma or Degree qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, or related field is required
• Relevant experience in the social service sector including case management & assertive outreach practice
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of homelessness including context relative to best practice
• Experience working with internal and external stakeholders to both maintain and create new connections in the sector
• Disclosure of pre-existing health conditions that may impact on fulfilling position requirements
• Proof of COVID Vaccination required

Benefits of working with The Salvation Army

• We offer our eligible employees NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax-free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)
• Health, fitness, financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits;
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;
• Opportunity for career development;
• 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
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution

Enquiries only

Please contact Team Leader Souriya McMullen for a Position Description or to discuss this opportunity in more detail.

• Email: [email protected] using the subject line: Case Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs
• Phone: 0418 526 658

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

About Us

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

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.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.