Number of Positions Available:

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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.

Why this role matters

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.

About the role

We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Court Triage and Housing Worker to assist specifically referred clients to address issues exacerbating their risk of homelessness. The overall outcomes are to reduce the ongoing homelessness and re-offending among court support participants.

Reporting to the Team Leader, this is a permanent, full-time position based in Coburg North, VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award Level 5.

You will successfully

• Assess immediate and long-term housing needs to service users who are at risk of homelessness upon release on bail.
• Explore and connect service users to appropriate housing options and advocate on behalf of service users to access support services and to establish meaningful community supports.
• Support clients to develop an individual case plan and the journey towards goals will be monitored and reviewed.
• Assist clients who have experienced family violence, or are at risk of family violence, to access flexible support packages.
• Using a trauma informed model of care, provide outreach and case management to clients referred from Court Services Victoria.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with Court Services Victoria, THM and head-leasing providers.

You will have

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work or related community service field. Degree level preferred however lower qualifications with significant experience is suitable.
• A current and valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check.
• A current First Aid Certificate.
• A current Victorian Driver licence
• The ability to understand and respond to the needs of individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the homelessness sector including role, context, principles, philosophies, policies, regulation, and legislation.
• Understand and apply homelessness models, approaches, theories and practices when dealing with clients.
• Have knowledge of the Justice system and have experience working within correctional settings is considered highly desirable.
• Experience in working with a range of stakeholders and networks.

What we offer

As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;

• NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)
• Flexible working conditions
• Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits
• Paid parental leave - 12 weeks
• Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to ‘volunteer’ in a TSA program or activity
• Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;
• Opportunity for career development;
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution

How to Apply

If you're excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you. 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 apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.

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 National Police Check.

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