Address Number of Positions Available:
3
Start your career with The Salvation Army today!
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.
Are you passionate about your community?
About the role
We are seeking a dedicated Case Worker for our Safe Space Program! You will provide immediate solutions for those who are sleeping rough in North West Tasmania. Additionally, you will provide safe shelter at night with emotional wellbeing and physical support to those who use the program.
Responsibilities include
Assess each participant to ensure it is safe to provide shelter for the night
Collect brief personal data about their current situation (with their consent)
Provide participants with information about support services they can access to assist them move into transitional housing/support
Develop short individual plan to identify and assess their immediate needs
Acquire and maintain a good working knowledge of health and AOD services
This is a casual position, based in Burnie, TAS. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Level 4 Award.
What you will have
Relevant vocational or tertiary qualifications and/or a minimum of 5 years relevant experience
Minimum Diploma level qualification in a relevant discipline
Professional development required to maintain skills for the role
Experience in Social Work, Community Welfare, Mental Illness, Drug & Alcohol dependency, nursing or other relevant experience
Demonstrated ability to work with vulnerable individuals and people under the influence of drugs and alcohol
Commitment to the mission and values of The Salvation Army
A Current VIC Driver's Licence
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
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!
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
