Family Violence Sleepover Support Worker

The Salvation Army Graceville Women and Children's Centre is an umbrella name for a number of services for women with or without children who are escaping Family & Domestic Violence and/or homelessness. They include short term crisis accommodation, medium term transitional housing, mobile outreach service and onsite counselling services.

As we are a Family Violence Refuge, we are looking for a Sleepover Support Worker that has experience working with women and children with complex needs as a direct result from family and domestic violence and/or homelessness which includes but is not limited to grief, trauma, mental health issues & substance abuse issues, parenting and independent living skills.

This position works an active period from 8pm to 10pm, an inactive period from 10pm to 6am, and an active period again from 6am - 8am.

• Provides support to clients as well as comprehensive hand-over information to staff during active duty
• Ensure clients accessing the service are provided with a welcoming and responsive initial contact and urgent and immediate needs are addressed
• Maintain a clean and welcoming environment during active duty
• Available to respond to emergency situations during the inactive period.
• In consultation with more senior worker/s appropriate preventative action is taken in relation to potential high risk situations
• Information is provided to assist in assessing and addressing client issues, needs and circumstances
• Effective relationships are established with clients that encourage self-determination and participation and support them to improve their situation
• As directed, support is provided to clients to implement case plans in accordance with TSA case management models and standards of practice
• Clients are actively encouraged to engage in the implementation of case plans

• Certificate IV qualification in social work, welfare, community development or related field OR demonstrated equivalent knowledge and skills attained through previous appointments, service and study/development
• Relevant experience in the Family violence social service sector.
• A National Criminal History record check is required
• Western Australian Working with Children Check is required
• Current WA Drivers Licence
• Current First Aid Certificate with CPR

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

• Flexible working conditions
• Health & financial discounts / benefits
• Paid parental leave - 12 weeks
• 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

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.

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 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.