Community Support Worker

7 months ago


Footscray, Australia The Salvation Army Full time

Number of Positions Available:

1
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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 supporting your community?

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Community Support Worker You will provide housing and community support to 45 single men experiencing homelessness with a history of trauma, disadvantage and health issues.

Responsibilities include
- Support residents by developing rapport and appropriate, professional relationships
- Maintain accurate note keeping using SAMIS to ensure all staff are informed
- Provide therapeutic living and working environment
- Provide a trauma informed and strengths-based model of care
- Understanding of homelessness and its impact on service users
- Build a strong culture in the team based on mutual respect and collaboration

This is a permanent part-time position, 28.5 hours per week, Footscray, VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Award Level 4.

What you will have
- Minimum Diploma in Community Support Work or related field - or willingness to study
- Experience and knowledge of housing and homelessness sector_ (desirable)_
- Fully vaccinated for COVID 19
- Disclosure of pre-existing health conditions that may impact on fulfilling position requirements
- Full Victorian Driver's Licence

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
- 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_



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