Case Worker

Are you passionate about your community?

About the role
We are seeking a dedicated person for our Doorways Caseworker position! This position will support community members to meet their goals through community partnerships, collaboration and using case management as a tool.

Responsibilities include

• Work collaboratively with Officers, Volunteers, and other co-located Mission Leaders to deliver an integrated approach to delivering casework support to people seeking asylum
• Build and maintain relationships within TSA and with local community stakeholders to identify local resources, community needs, and opportunities for collaboration
• Assessment of community members' specific needs, strengths and identification of interrelated issues and needs
• Support community members to build and increase capacity and develop independent living skills towards self determination
• Complete assessments and referrals for additional financial support e.g., applications for No Interest Loans (NILS), Energy Assistance, following State based practice guides and processes

This is a permanent part-time position, based in Brunswick VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Social and Community Services Lvl 4.

What you will have

• Degree level qualification in Social Work, Psychology, or other Community/Human Services discipline is highly desirable, or a Diploma.
• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in the community services sector would be considered.

Benefits working at The Salvation Army

• We offer our eligible employees NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
• Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
• Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme.
• 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

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

About UsThe 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.

How to ApplyIf 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.

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.