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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 Western Metro Homelessness Service is the Entry Point to services for the Brimbank Melton catchment. The service is home to a variety of programs from the homelessness, family violence and community streams.

THE ROLE

We are currently seeking a values-driven person with proven experience working with clients experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. Other key accountability areas include:

• To provide a welcoming experience for those attending the service
• To inform consumers of housing and emergency relief eligibility and if needed referrals to other suitable local services
• Answer incoming calls and direct to appropriate service or provide relevant information
• Assist with general enquiries

This position is located at Harvester Road Sunshine.

WHAT WE OFFER

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

HOURS AND SALARY

This is a part time position, 30.4 hours per week fixed term to 30 June 2021. This role will be rostered to work the hours Monday to Friday.

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

IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• Cert III in Community Services
• 12 months experience in customer service or administration
• Willingness to learn about ER and Homelessness

• Be able to provide proof of Eligibility to Work in Australia

POSITION DESCRIPTION AND ENQUIRIES

For a copy of the Position Description and enquiries please go to the Salvos careers website - Job Reference Number: R3650.

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.