Community Support Worker

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Why this role matters  

The Salvation Army (Salvos) is one of the largest providers of homelessness services across the country. Our philosophy is that every person should be afforded dignity and respect and that no one should be without a safe, affordable, and secure home. We provide services and supports to adults, and families with accompanying children in the form of accommodation, case management, assertive outreach, financial assistance, community connection and referral services.

About the role 

As a Community Support Worker, this is your opportunity to provide accommodation support and assertive engagement to men experiencing homelessness with complex and multifaceted needs, while fostering a Client Centred, Strengths Based and Trauma Informed service culture aligned with The Salvation Army’s Model of Care 2023–2026.

Reporting to the Community of Support Team Leader, this is a permanent part-time role offering 30.4 hours, located in West Melbourne, VIC. 

The successful candidate will be required to work out-of-hours shifts, including Thursday and Friday (3:30pm – 11:15pm) and Weekend shifts every week (alternating 8:00am – 4:00pm & 3:30pm – 11:15pm)

How you will make an impact  

• Provide individual and group activities that build social, domestic and independent-living skills.

• Develop and run programs that support residents’ social, recreational, educational and health needs.

• Connect residents with specialist services, including health, mental health, AOD and therapeutic supports, both internal and external.

• Work collaboratively with caseworkers and other providers, maintaining accurate records, managing risks and responding to challenging situations.

• Contribute to daily facility operations support team culture assist with new staff induction complete Samis accounting tasks and undertake after hours intakes when required

What you will bring 

• A Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Community Services or a related field  

• Demonstrated experience in the housing and homelessness sector

• A current VIC employee Working with Children’s Check 

What we offer 

The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:  

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit. 

• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities. 

• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport 

• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency. 

• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts. 

Conditions

Compensation is in accordance with Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award Level 4

How to apply 

Are you ready to be a part of our mission to end homelessness? Please submit your resume and a compelling cover letter explaining your passion for this work and your relevant experience. We look forward to hearing from you and discussing how you can contribute to our team. 

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.  

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 people 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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration