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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

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.

South Burnett Regional Corps is a community-focused church, partnering with the wider community to help transform one life at a time with the love of Jesus. This is achieved through our Sunday Service, Sunday School, Home League, Bible Studies and many more programs that we offer.

We have an amazing opportunity for a values-driven and dedicated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Engagement Worker, reporting to the Corps Officer. You will be supporting the Cherbourg community, mapping out referral and access pathways to healing, with an emphasis on mental health and suicide prevention through existing service providers and community groups.
Additionally, you will help coordinate and support the Queensland Division in planning and delivery of The Salvation Army Christmas Cheer program.

This is a 12-month fixed-term full-time position located at our South Burnett Region Corps. Salary and conditions are accordance with SCHADS Level 3 and hourly rate range is $34.04-$36.50.

You will successfully

• Explore and develop supportive partnerships and relationships with the Cherbourg community
• Develop new initiatives and activities that meet the needs of the community and align with our mission
• Provide information and referral pathways to mental health supports
• Engage in local community events, promote the role and provide an opportunity for other TSA expressions to have a presence
• Implement programs, such as the Positive Lifestyle Program. The Positive Lifestyle Program helps empower people to transform their way of life
• Be the TSA access point for Employment Plus, Doorways, Recovery Services, Prison Ministry etc. to connect to Cherbourg

The Salvation Army is subject to public health orders. You may be required to provide evidence of vaccine status dependent on requirements.

You will have

• Tertiary qualifications in Community Services/Social Work - minimum certificate level, or relevant experience
• Experience in community engagement on behalf of a faith based or not-for-profit organisation
• Demonstrated understanding of the history and challenges impacting Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating community-based activities.
• Demonstrated ability to provide culturally appropriate support.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and communicate with community partners and community members
• A current Working with Children Check
• A willingness to undergo a National Police check

Applicants must be of Aboriginal Australian and/or Torres Strait Islander descent and identify as an Aboriginal Australian and/or Torres Strait Islander, and a local indigenous resident of Cherbourg.

This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only, as TSA considers that being Aboriginal or a Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for the position under the 'special measures' of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.

What we offer

• As a registered not for profit organisation you may be eligible for generous tax-free salary packaging benefits
• Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
• Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
• Burra Burra Network - Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander personnel network.

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.