Youth Worker

The role you could play

As a Youth Worker you would be providing support to young people between the ages of 15 and 17 years of age at Burlendi Youth Housing. Our services create intentional avenues for young people to explore opportunities, build support networks, and access, participate and contribute to their communities.
Key responsibilities

• Provide support to young people in line with Youth Services model of care and associated Frameworks
• Build effective relationships with clients encouraging self-determination and participation
• Provide ongoing assessment of client's issues, needs and circumstances from initial intake to exist
• Ensure all clients are provided with safe accommodation, on-site supervision, guidance and support across all life domains
• Ensure clients receive constructive advice on budgeting, shopping, cooking/nutrition, household cleaning etc.

This is a casual role is located in Salisbury Downs, SA. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Level 3 Award. This role will require candidates to work a variety of shifts from 7:15am - 315pm or 3pm - 11pm, weekdays and weekends, with a focus on morning shifts required.
The ideal candidate would have

• Diploma qualification in social work, Youth work, welfare, community development or related field
• Demonstrated level of sector knowledge and skills attained through previous roles, service and study/development
• Psychological Assessment (in line with Children and Young People Safety Act 2017)
• Through their Eyes (Reporting Abuse and Neglect) Training
• First Aid Certificate
• A current Working with Children's Check
• A willingness to undergo a National Police check
• Current Drivers Licence

What we offer
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)
• 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

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. Do not delay in submitting your application today!

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.

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.

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.