Are you passionate about supporting your community?

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Flagstaff Residential Service Coordinator! You will be a part of a collaborative community support team that provides housing and community support to 64 single men experiencing homelessness, mental health and AOD health issues in West Melbourne. Additionally, as the Flagstaff Residential Service Coordinator you will operate with limited direction and have managerial responsibility for the following program areas:

• Community Support Services
• Residential Services Intake Program
• Flagstaff Front of House Services
• On site Chaplaincy Support

Responsibilities include

• Provide residents with access to a range of holistic supports including tailored brief interventions
• Foster culture of Rights Based Approach for client dignity and excellence in service delivery
• Analyse and use data collection to evaluate service delivery outcomes
• Exercise managerial responsibility for the Flagstaff Community Support Team
• Lead others to optimal individual and team performance
• Provide analysis of and context for data and advocate for the needs of the residents and staff
• Lead regional working groups and team building activities as required

This is a permanent full-time position, based in Flagstaff, VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Level 7 Award.

You will have:

• ​Degree qualification in social work, social science, psychology, or related field
• Extensive relevant experience in the social service sector including management and supervision of staff
• A National police record check and
• Working with Children's Check is required
• Verification of Qualifications & certifications is required prior to commencement in the role
• Disclosure of pre-existing health conditions that may impact on fulfilling position requirements
• Participation in On Call Roster

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
• Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks
• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support 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 Sarah for a Position Description: [email protected] using the subject line: Flagstaff Residential Service Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs and if you would like to discuss the position, contact Amanda, Residential Services Manager, [email protected].

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.