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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 Therapeutic Practitioner! You will monitor quality early intervention and prevention parenting programs across diverse communities experiencing vulnerabilities.
What is the CaPSS program?
CaPSS is an Australian Government Family and Communities (Department of Social Services) program aimed at supporting families building capacity to improve wellbeing. This program seeks to build protective factors to prevent family conflict and breakdown.
Responsibilities include
Establish partnerships with stakeholders in Melton and Brimbank, including Maternal & Child Health Services
Attend relevant networking meetings and oversee all networking meetings attended by all staff
Assist team leader with day-to-day operations of the program
Provide secondary consults to practitioners regarding children with particular focus on risk and trauma
Provid ongoing education and training to staff that is child focused
Support practitioners to develop new evidence-based parenting workshops and webinars based on feedback from the community
Ensure practitioners follow case management procedure and case note policy to high standard
This is a permanent part-time position, 26.6 hours per week, based in Sunshine, VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Level 6 Award.
What you will have
Degree qualification in Social Work, Welfare, Community Development or related field OR
Demonstrated high level of sector knowledge and skills attained through previous appointments, service and study/development
Relevant experience in Social Service environment
Relevant experience in supervising staff
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!
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
