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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 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.

Moneycare is The Salvation Army's national financial counselling and financial capability program.  Moneycare has a focus on holistic, strengths-based services that are professional, caring, and missional. It is one of the largest programs in Australia with a long history of success. Our evidence-based outcomes measurement process shows that we have a real impact on the lives of the people who come to us seeking assistance. Evidence demonstrates in addition to alleviating financial hardship benefits of accessing Moneycare includes improved mental health/well-being, financial literacy & resilience.

We are seeking a values-driven and dedicated Moneycare Team Leader. As the ideal candidate, you will have Diploma of Community Services (Financial Counselling) along with a passion to lead an effective and high functioning team of paid workers to deliver financial support services to vulnerable and marginalised members of the community.

This is a fixed-term full-time position until June 2025 based in Collinswood.

You will successfully

• Implement case management processes and tools to assist staff to provide consistent client-focused service
• Effectively manage and monitor case loads to ensure effective service delivery and best outcomes for clients
• Undertake financial counselling appointments where long periods of absence occur that are not covered by the Relief Financial Counsellor
• Build productive relationships within the team and contribute to quality team performance and team wellbeing
• Work in partnership with the Helpline Team Leader, Moneycare Clinical Supervisor and the Program Manager to meet contractual obligations and ensure sound practices and standards of service are delivered
• Maintain accurate client records for all clients and meet all funding body or legislative requirements

The Salvation Army is subject to public health orders. You may be required to provide evidence of vaccine status dependent on requirements.

You will have

• Diploma of Community Services (Financial Counselling). Must be a member of SAFCA - expected to work towards full membership
• Leadership or Frontline Management Qualifications desirable
• A valid Employee Working with Children Check
• A drivers licence
• A willingness to undergo a National Police Check

What we offer

• As a registered not for profit organisation you may be eligible for generous tax-free salary packaging benefits
• Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members

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. 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.