Start your career with The Salvation Army today!

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.

Are you passionate about supporting your community?

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Casual After Hours Crisis Accommodation Support Worker! You will ensure the safety and wellbeing of all clients and staff outside of business hours. Additionally, you will keep with the Case Management Plan for each client and the policies and procedures of The Salvation Army.

Responsibilities include

• Assess Client referrals (7 days per week including outside of business hours) from the relevant Entry Point programs and complete client intake
• Practice sound assessment, referral, and intervention strategies within a crisis framework
• Provide support consistent with the Case Management Plan with Gateways Case Management team
• Protect the safety and wellbeing of all residents and children who are accommodated through Gateways
• Maintain computer-based case management/information recording systems
• Contact the On Call worker for guidance and instruction in accordance with the Gateways On Call policy
• Ensure all vacant rooms are cleaned within 48 hours of becoming vacant

This is a casual position based in Croydon, VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Level 4 Award.

Availability rostering Monday to Friday:

Evening: 7pm - 11:30pm, Sleepover: 7pm - 8:30am, Day-time: 8am - 4pm, Midday: 11:30am - 7:30pm, Afternoon: 3:30pm - 11:30pm.

Must be willing to work sleepover shifts.

You will have

• A Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Social Welfare or related field
• Demonstrated experience with accompanying highly developed skills in working with persons experiencing homelessness
• Knowledge of service systems, in particular youth, housing and homelessness, Child Protection, AOD, Family Services and Mental Health
• Understanding in applying Case Management principles and practice
• Demonstrated skills in engaging homeless persons
• Level 2 First Aid Certificate - required (training can be provided)

​Benefits of working at The Salvation Army

• We offer our eligible employees NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
• Flexible working conditions
• Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
• Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. Do not delay in submitting your application today!

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.