Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia The Salvation Army Full time

Number of Positions Available:

1

Start your career with The Salvation Army today

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.

Why this Role Matters

The Salvation Army Australia's Homelessness Stream provides high quality, person-centred services to people at risk, and/or experiencing homelessness. We support all cohorts in case management, outreach support, financial assistance, connection, and referral to other specialist services.

Our philosophy is that every person deserves dignity, respect, and quality of service. We believe that no one should be without a safe, affordable, and secure home. Services are free, voluntary, accredited and delivered by professional and committed staff.

We are currently seeking a Support Worker to provide support to our participants and assist them on achieving set outcomes.

The role you could play

  • Work to the direction of case management plans in assisting clients to attend appointments relating to health, housing, finances, education, justice, and social inclusion as required
  • Assist residents with a range of activities in preparing for independent living: meals preparation; life and living skills; health and hygiene; recreation and exercise
  • Ensure risks to clients, staff and TSA are identified and bought to the attention of the relevant supervisor as soon as possible
  • Report incidents in the required format as per TSA and funding body procedures
  • Establish effective work relationships with key staff, managers, and other stakeholders as appropriate
  • Ensure Activities are monitored and clearly communicated to relevant staff for handover
  • Provide an immediate and appropriate response to incidents that impact on resident safety and security in accordance with site policies and procedures
  • Proactively manage grounds keeping while respecting the rights and privacy of residents and their visitors

This role is permanent full-time based in Alice Springs. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Level 3 Award.

Our ideal candidate will have

  • A qualification in Community Services or similar with demonstrated previous experience working in a similar position
  • Experience working with people who may not have English as a first language
  • Highly developed time management and work prioritisation skills with an ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision required
  • NT Working with Children check is required prior to commencement
  • A current NT driver's license
  • A willingness to undergo a National Police check

Benefits working with The Salvation Army

  • Maybe eligible to NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
  • Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
  • 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

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