Support Worker

The Salvation Army is one of Australia's largest providers of alcohol and other drug services. We offer a range of services including Harm Reduction and Primary Health Services as well as a range of treatment types (including residential treatment centres, community-based support programs, counselling, and withdrawal management services).

We are seeking a values-driven Support Worker who will provide support to people, who present for assistance, in a community based and / or residential based setting. Under the direction of senior staff, the role provides support to the strategies developed within the persons/families' case management plan.

This support incorporates person centred, resilience, trauma informed and strengths-based practices whilst working effectively with other members of the team to provide a comprehensive service that reflects the vision, mission, and values of The Salvation Army.

• Establishing relationships with individuals that access the service that encourage self-determination and participation
• Support the strategies developed within the individuals case management plan in accordance with TSA case management models and standards of practice
• Ability to complete thorough assessments, inclusive of needs, risks, and vulnerabilities.
• Support in the ongoing assessment of the individuals' presenting issues, vulnerabilities and needs from initial intake to exit
• Support the individual case planning in collaboration with the individual including a range of interventions that address the needs or goals of the individual, as well as barriers to achieving those.

• Tertiary qualification in Community Services, Social Work, or related field, with a minimum of a diploma level.
• Desirable to have relevant experience in a social service environment [e.g. homelessness]
• QLD Working with Children Check is required
• Driver's Licence
• First Aid Certificate and CPR
• Be available for night/weekend and sleep over shifts.

This is a part-time (26hrs per week), permanent position located in Ashmore City, QLD. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services CRISIS Level 1.

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

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.