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ABOUT US
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
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.
As a Return to Community Outreach Worker, this is your opportunity to be responsible for the delivery of a safe service for clients who want to return to their Aboriginal Community.
Reporting to the Program Manager, this is a fixed-term, part-time position offering 22.8 hours per week.
Transport clients to the Salvation Army and to the bus station
Refer to related services (if required)
Oversee food provision
Liaise with bus providers and book bus tickets
Accurately record information and collect data
Work outside of normal business hours with minimal supervision
Provide assertive outreach within the Port Augusta and engage with clients who may want to return to their Community
Drivers licence (required)
Experience working with vulnerable clients
Experience engaging with clients from a diverse cultural background
Ability to demonstrate being able to work autonomously with minimal supervision
A national police record check is required
Drivers Licence (if required for tool of trade
car or pool car access)
Working With Children Check
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.
Flexible working arrangements.
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.
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