• Fixed Term Part-Time | Use your exceptional experience as a Receptionist for our Doorways Program! Join an inclusive culture with generous benefits! 

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. 

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.

About the role

Are you passionate about supporting your community?

We are currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Receptionist to join our friendly team at Dandenong. You will be responsible to provide a welcoming experience for all visitors, responding to incoming calls, scheduling appointments, as well as performing a comprehensive range of administrative support to the team.

Duties

• Establish effective work relationships with Corps Officers, key staff, managers, and other stakeholders, as appropriate
• Maintain regular communication with all team members
• Answer phones in a professional and calm manner, book, schedule and maintain appointments of clients with Doorways services
• Distribute financial support cards and emergency food parcels as required
• Ensure all Doorways clients are triaged and guided to the appropriate area for further support

This is fixed term part-time position, 3 months with the possible of extension (30 hrs per week), 9am-3:30pm, based in Dandenong, VIC. Salary and conditions for this role are in line with the SCHADS Level 2 Award.

You will have

• A Certificate IV in Business Administration or equivalent experience
• The ability to deal with challenging behaviours with equanimity
• Excellent time management and organisation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Punctual, reliable and great team player
• Previous administrative support experience including knowledge of Microsoft Office
• The ability to use technology and software applications such as SAMIS, SolvSafety, Workday and Kronos is desirable
• The ability to speak Farsi or Dari language is desirable
• Willingness to undergo a National Police Check
• Have a valid Employee Working with Children's Check

Benefits 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

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

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.