Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 9th Mar 2021
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.
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 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.
We are currently seeking a values-driven and proactive Support Worker to support women; women and children who present for assistance , due to experiencing homelessness, incorporating resilience, trauma informed and strength-based practices.
This role will enable clients to feel welcomed, supported and safe by providing encouragement and support that reflects the vision, mission and values of The Salvation Army. The service is a 24/7 service which provides immediate temporary supportive accommodation.
This position works under the general direction of senior staff in operational requirements and practice that requires the application of skills and knowledge appropriate to the position. Responsibilities include:
This position reports to the Team Leader and is located at 'Still Waters' Women's, Women's and Children Accommodation Service in Southport.
This is a permanent part time position, 20 hours per week.
Salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010, Crisis Accommodation Level 1.
Mona Strand on [email protected], using the subject line: Support 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.