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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.
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.

We are currently seeking values-driven and proactive Casual Youth Workers to provide safe and secure accommodation and professional support for young people who are homeless by establishing rapport with young people and providing individual, flexible support through a person centred framework.

You will successfully
- Assist in the daily operations of a 24-hour Youth Service environment within the Youth Emergency Accommodation Network that promotes the physical, emotional, spiritual and social development of young people
- Build rapport and engage with young people and offer appropriate support within a person centered, framework
- Provide referral and assessment, development of community support and service plans, all in consultation with management and other staff
- Conduct living skills/training programs and assist in ensuring relevance to the needs of the young people is maintained
- Ensure access for young people to relevant services and support options both within TSA Network and external agencies, and advocate as appropriate
- Acquire and maintain a good working knowledge of accommodation and support options for homeless people both within TSA Network and external agencies and work collaboratively and professionally with other agencies

Oasis shifts are as follows:
9am to 5pm - Day

4.30pm to 10pm - Evening

9.30pm to 9.30am - Sleep Over

You will have
- Tertiary qualifications (minimum Certificate IV level) in Youth Work, Social Work or related field
- Computer skills - Microsoft Office and ability to quickly learn database programs
- Experience in youth work or within a Specialist Homelessness Service
- Demonstrated experience in engaging young people of varying cultural, racial, socio-economic and educational backgrounds
- ACT Working with Vulnerable People Certification
- Current ACT Driver License
- Current Senior First Aid Certification
- A willingness to undergo a National Police Check

What we offer
- 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, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration_