Case Worker

Number of Positions Available:

1

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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 Youth Services offer an integrated suite of programs engaging with young people across Australia. Our services create intentional avenues for young people to explore opportunities, build support networks, and access, participate and contribute to their communities. Youth services provide a diverse range of programs which include housing and homelessness, driver training, education, employment and training, AOD support, social and community activities, specialist therapeutic responses and youth justice programs.

About the role

We are actively seeking a dedicated and values-driven Case Worker to join our team. As a vital member, you will provide comprehensive case management support to young individuals, empowering them through life and living skills assistance, impactful group work, and community engagement.

The Youth Support and Development Program aims to address the contributing factors that lead to disengagement from education, training or employment. Young people will be provided meaningful opportunities to develop the capabilities and competencies necessary for successful engagement in employment and training pathways and further develop their general life and social skills and connect to family, community and culture.

You will successfully

• Provide support to young people in line with the Youth Services Model of care
• Effectively build relationships with clients that encourages self-determination and participation
• Develop case plans with clients and collaborate to address their needs and goals
• Facilitate group work sessions that are designed to enhance the development of life and living skills
• Assist clients to access support services and establish community support including referrals to specialised agencies
• Provide 1:1 support to young people to connect with the community and development of independent living skills
• Promote service user participation and evaluation through the implementation of client feedback opportunities
• Provide after-hours support as rostered as required

This is a permanent part-time (30.4 hours per week) position, based in Port Augusta, SA. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Level 4 Award.

You will have

• Ideally, you will have a Certificate IV in Youth Work, Social Services or Degree qualification in social work, welfare, community development or related field
• Relevant experience in a social service environment
• Relevant experience in facilitation of group work
• A valid Employee Working with Children Check
• Through Their Eyes (Reporting Abuse and Neglect) certificate
• A current Drivers Licence
• A First aid certificate
• A willingness to undergo a National Police check

What we offer

• (Maybe eligible to) NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits

• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service

• Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits

• Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks

• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity

• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate, and professional team members

• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution

Enquiries only
For any enquiries please contact Tennille Demarco on 0459 601 316 or tennille.demarco@salvationarmy.org.au

As part of our commitment to equity of access and inclusivity for all, if you require assistance or an adjustment/s to our recruitment process, please email our Talent Acquisition Team at salvoscareers@salvationarmy.org.au

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. Do not delay in submitting your application today!

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