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Community Case Worker

The Salvation Army

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ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is 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 ROLE

We are currently seeking an experienced Community Case Worker to provide case work services to individuals and families in the community who require support and ensure a welcoming environment that further facilitates connection towards community and achieving The Salvation Army's Mission.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Provide equitable and efficient support focusing on meeting community need through case management with referral as needed to internal and external services.
  • Engage with all persons coming for help and support with the intention of connecting them to each other, appropriate support services and our Mission.
  • Engage in regular communication and collaboration with local agencies and services to enhance delivery of our community services.
  • Attend juvenile interviews with Police/Correctional Services as appropriate.
  • Assist with the delivery of emergency relief services where required including through the Community Co-op Sutherland Shire.

Reporting to the Sutherland Shire Community Coordinator this position is located at Miranda.

HOURS AND SALARY

This is a part time, 22.8 hours per week (3 days), fixed term for 12 months with a 6 month probation. Roster is currently Tuesday, Thursdays, and Fridays 10am-6pm.

Salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010, Level 2.

WHAT WE OFFER

  • As a registered not for profit organisation in addition to your remuneration you will enjoy generous tax-free salary packaging benefits.
  • Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family members.
  • Corporate Private Health Insurance rates.
  • Supportive and encouraging organisation.

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL HAVE

  • An appreciation of and the ability and willingness to promote, support and model the values and ethos of The Salvation Army and to facilitate pastoral support where required.
  • A minimum qualification in relevant discipline (e.g. Cert IV in Community Services) or equivalent relevant experience.
  • Compassion for and at least one year experience as a case worker with people with complex needs and/or experiencing hardship such as financial difficulties, homelessness, substance abuse, domestic and family violence, mental health challenges.
  • Experience working in collaboration with other organisations to provide community support to meet client needs.
  • Experience in volunteer management.
  • First Aid Certificate or willingness to undertake at own expense.
  • A current Drivers Licence.
  • Be able to provide proof of Eligibility to Work in Australia.
  • Effective data management.

POSITION DESCRIPTION and ENQUIRIES

Coralee Rough on [email protected], using the subject line: Community Case Worker enquiry via EthicalJobs

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation that is committed to ensuring the wellbeing of children and young people, and protecting them from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all other roles require a mandatory National Police Check.

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

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