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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 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.

Flagstaff and The Open Door residential facilities are part of The Salvation Army Homelessness Stream and operates 24 hours a day.

The Salvation Army Australia's Homelessness Stream provides high quality, person centred services to people at risk, and or experiencing homelessness. We support adults and families, including accompanying children with accommodation, case management, outreach support, financial assistance, connection and referral to other specialist services.

Our philosophy is that every person deserves dignity, respect and quality of service and that no one should be without a safe, affordable and secure home. Services are free, voluntary, accredited and delivered by professional and committed staff.

Flagstaff and The Open Door residential facilities are part of The Salvation Army Homelessness Stream and operates 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. The two sites provide 101 beds in total for men experiencing homelessness with complex needs.

THE ROLE

We are currently seeking a values-driven and proactive Community Support Worker who will participate in the day to day operation of the facility.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing individualised support to residents
• Assisting with the development of personal skills
• Maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and residents as well as completing administrative duties.
• Complete reports, update records and case notes as well as fulfil other compliance requirements
• Work collaboratively with the Community of Support and Case Management team to provide a high standard of care to residents across both sites

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

HOURS AND SALARY

Flagstaff and The Open Door have multiple casual opportunities available at our North and West Melbourne sites. Please note that successful applicants are required to work flexible hours on a 24 hour roster, including evening and overnight shifts as well as public holidays.

Salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010, level 3.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Applicants must submit their CV together with a detailed response to each of the key selection criteria below to be considered for the role.

• Tertiary qualifications in social work, mental health, community services or a related field (mandatory)
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work sensitively with people of diverse cultures, abilities, ages, sexualities and gender identities
• Ability to respond to unpredictable situations and behaviours using de-escalation techniques
• Ability to actively and assertively engage people with complex needs, preferably in a residential environment.
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm and take safe and appropriate action for critical incidents
• Demonstrated understanding of trauma informed care, person centred and strengths based approach
• Prior experience in residential facilities is preferred, but not essential

TSA Social Mission embraces diversity and encourages applications from:

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• People who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender or Intersex
• People with a culturally or linguistically diverse background

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.