Youth Worker

3 months ago


Salisbury Downs, Australia The Salvation Army Full time

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. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

Why this role matters

The Salvation Army Youth Services offer an integrated suite of programs engaging with young people across Australia. Our services create intentional avenues for young people to explore opportunities, build support networks, and access, participate and contribute to their communities. Youth services provide a diverse range of programs which include housing and homelessness, driver training, education, employment, and training, AOD support, social and community activities, specialist therapeutic responses and youth justice programs.

About the role

We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Youth Worker at our Burlendi Youth House. Reporting to the Burlendi Team Leader. This is a permanent part-time postion. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award, Level 3.

You will successfully- Provide support to young people in line with Youth Services Model of care and associated Frameworks- Make ongoing assessments of the client’s issues, safety, needs and circumstances from initial intake to exit- Ensure all clients receive constructive advice on budgeting, shopping, cooking/nutrition, household cleaning, building relationships with neighbours and other community members, personal hygiene, healthy living choices and building positive relationships- Accurate, thorough, and up to date client records including case notes and data are maintained for all clients in accordance with TSA standards and procedures using TSA information systems- Ensure all clients are assisted to access support services and establish community supports, including referrals to appropriate specialised agencies for counselling, therapeutic and remedial programs and where needed are assisted through advocacy with service providers

You will have (Requisite Skills & Qualifications)- 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)- First Aid Certificate

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)-
- Flexible working conditions-
- 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- 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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