Team Leader Assertive Outreach

What the role looks like
The primary purpose of the Assertive OutreachTeam Leader is to provide leadership of The Salvation Army (TSA) Assertive Outreach Homelessness response within the Perth Metropolitan area and into surrounding regions as appropriate by overseeing the daily operations of the Assertive Outreach Support Services operating under WA Homelessness Stream. This will comprise of the:

• Assertive Outreach Team (AOT)
• Street Outreach Service (SOS)
• Subiaco Engagement and Assessment Team (SEAT)
• Wanneroo Engagement and Assessment Team (WEAT)

In collaboration with the Team Leader Community Outreach, and the Manager of Outreach Support Services, this position will be part of the Outreach Support Services leadership team.

Responsibilities include

• Maintain a collaborative working partnership within the Outreach Support Services leadership team
• Engage in recruitment and onboarding of new staff and volunteers
• Supervise and support all staff and volunteers connected to the Assertive Outreach programs
• Capability development plan implementation for team, to improve capability and service delivery
• Logistics management for all Assertive Outreach Services, including rostering and resource management
• Work closely with Manager Outreach Support Service to identify and influence local strategic priorities and operational planning
• Develop and sustain strong networks with relevant community service providers and stakeholders, including attendance of network meetings
• Pro-active management and mitigation of both client and service-related risks
• Ensuring the service delivery is person-centred and in line with the Homelessness Model of Care
• Front-line service delivery to support overall program operations, which will include assessment, engagement, referrals and case support for individuals and families who are experiencing, or at imminent risk of homelessness

What you will have

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Social Welfare, Community Development or related field and relevant experience in a social service environment as specified in the award description
• Degree in Social Work or any related field (Desirable)
• Relevant experience in a social service environment including experience in supervising staff
• Experience in the provision of outreach services to vulnerable communities is desirable
• Working with Children Check
• Current Western Australian Driver's Licence
• Current Senior First Aid Certificate, including CPR
• Available to work day, afternoon/evenings shifts and an on-call across 7 days per week

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!

How to Apply
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.

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.

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.