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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.
Volunteer Financial Counsellor
This position is filled. Please don't apply unless supplied the link
Trainee or qualified Financial Counsellor
2 to 3 days per week.
Flexible with locations
Diploma in Financial counselling completed or working towards
Experience in the community sector
Facilitates community education to targeted groups
Effective relationships are established with community members that encourage self-determination and participation
A community member centred, holistic and relational approach is taken in all case work
A collaborative approach taken is providing the best level of service to community members
Service delivery is provided in accordance with TSA standards and procedures and the TSA Moneycare Practice Framework
Ongoing assessment is made of community member issues, needs and circumstances from initial contact to exit
Outcomes measurement survey processes are followed.
Individual case plans are developed in collaboration with community members and include a range of interventions that address their needs or goals
Case plans are implemented with active community member participation
People are assisted to access support services and establish community supports, and where needed are assisted through advocacy with service providers and other external parties
Progress and outcomes of individual case plans are regularly monitored and reviewed and where needed action is taken to ensure the plan continues to meet the relevant needs or goals
Accurate, up to date records and data is maintained for all community members in accordance with TSA standards and procedures using TSA information systems (SAMIS)
Reports are provided to management as required
Funding body reports are submitted in a complete manner and within due dates
Risks to community members, staff and TSA are identified and bought to the attention of the Manager/Team Leader as soon as possible
Service gaps are identified and recommendations for service delivery improvements are made to the Manager/Team Leader
Practice self-care and participate in the required level of ongoing professional development.
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.
