Crisis Accommodation Support Worker

Number of Positions Available:

1

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- 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

Salvation Army Youth Services are committed to working in partnership with young people to address the issues contributing to their unique experience of crisis & homelessness. The program is structured around the Journey to Independence Model (J2I) with a focus on assisting young people to:

- develop life and living skills to prepare for independence
- address issues in relation to health & wellbeing
- promote opportunities to overcome social exclusion and isolation
- explore education pathways and participation
- work towards long term sustainable housing

As a Crisis Accommodation Support Worker you will deliver professional and consistent support to young men, women and families who are homeless or at risk of experiencing homelessness. The role will also support the YFS case management team in the ongoing implementation of case management plans and create a therapeutic environment within the crisis accommodation setting.

The role you could play
- Provide a safe and nurturing environment for all residents residing within the refuge setting
- Complete comprehensive intake and risk assessment for all refuge clients, incorporating adequate assessment of the needs of accompanying children
- Work to the direction of case management plans in assisting young people 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

What you will bring
- Tertiary qualification in social sciences, welfare or related field with a degree qualification preferred
- Relevant experience in a social service environment
- Demonstrated skills in engaging & working with young people with complex support needs including AOD, mental health, out of home care and adolescent violence
- A current and valid Victorian Working with Children Check
- A current Victorian Drivers licence
- A willingness to undergo a National Police Check

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, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration_