Transitional Coordinator

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 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 Home Stretch WA model was co-designed with young people, Aboriginal community and the broader system that supports young people transitioning from Out-Of-Home-Care. As one of the first services providing Home Stretch in WA, you will play an important role in establishing a better service system for young people transitioning from Out-Of-Home-Care to interdependence.

THE ROLE YOU COULD PLAY

As a Transitional Coach Coordinator, you will be expected to meet the following standards of criteria:

- Provide supervision and support to team of Transition Coaches
- Ensure young people are provided supports in line with the Home Stretch WA Model.
- Ensure young people have access to individualised, culturally appropriate supports that enable them to achieve their goals. This includes young people exiting the service with stable accommodation and strong support networks.
- Ensure all records, including case notes, are maintained in accordance with policies and procedures and are electronically recorded within five-days of the event occurring.
- Professional networks are maintained that support access to services for young people in the program.
- Participation in relevant training and design workshops with the Home Stretch WA Community of Practice as required.
- Ongoing collection of outcomes data and feedback from young people as part of evaluating the impact and success of the program and improving the service offer provided to each young person.

This role is primarily to support a community outreach-based team, but may include home visits, in-reach to hospitals, detention centres and other locations. Transition Coaches and Coordinator may also be required to co-locate on a regular basis at a Child Protection District Office.

As a Home Stretch Transition Coach Coordinator, you will be responsible to ensure Transition Coaches provide 1:1 professional support, guidance and case coordination to young people transitioning from Out-of-Home-Care, offering them an extension of support and resources to the age of 21 years.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING
- Bachelor or Diploma qualification in a relevant field is required and demonstrated significant relevant experience (minimum 3 years) of working with young people, Knowledge of the Out of home Care system required and experience of providing supervision and supporting a team will be an advantage.
- Demonstrated experience in engaging and building strong relationships with, and motivate, ‘at risk’ young people
- A thorough understanding of the barriers and difficulties facing young people with experiences of Out-Of-Home-Care
- A national police record check is required
- A Working with Children Check is required
- Current WA Drivers Licence and the ability to travel in response to organisational needs. This requirement will continue for the duration of employment in this position.
- Current First Aid Certificate is required

YOUR LIFE AT THE SALVOS
- 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
- 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. W_
- 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 are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. _
- Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure._
- We value Integrity, Compassion, Respec