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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 skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.
The Salvation Army ‘Doorways’ community support model engages people at their point of need in a holistic way that is missional, relational and professional. We provide support for those that need it most through financial and material emergency relief and casework which helps them to find long-term solutions.
The Doorways Community Connector is the first person a community member meets when they walk through the door. First impressions count so a welcoming smile helps community members feel safe and accepted. Doorways Community Connectors create a friendly environment by offering refreshments and helping to connect with those who come onsite.
Key tasks and responsibilities
Volunteers in this role work with community members striking up conversations, support the distribution of material assistance, issuing financial relief cards and referral to other services, programs, activities and spiritual support.
A friendly smile and warm welcome will help community members relax and connect over a cup of tea or coffee, as the Doorways Community Connector takes a genuine interest in the person and how we can help.
Background check requirements:
Background checks play an important part in our commitment to being a safe organisation. Where an applicant has disclosable history, the selection process includes a fair assessment and a risk management approach. Collection of personal information is handled per our privacy and confidentiality policies. Below is what is required for this role:
As this role has access to personal details, it will require a Police Check and Working With Children/Vulnerable People Check.
Time required:
Minimum of 3 hours / week or as agreed with manager.
Qualifications and skills:
Interest in meeting new people with sensitivity and showing empathy are essential for this role.
Previous experience in customer service or connecting with people in a social setting is beneficial.
Development opportunities with this role:
This role will give volunteers an opportunity to develop customer service skills and build experience in the area of community support. Additionally, there will be access to a range of training opportunities and insight to the work of a large not-for-profit faith-based organisation with expressions in many different areas of society.
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 related roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Additionally, certain volunteer roles may require a National Police Check.
