Are you passionate about supporting your community?
Why work with Salvos?
When you work for the Salvos you are making a difference to the community and lives of others. A career with purpose, where you can help society’s most vulnerable as we care for people, create faith pathways, build healthy communities and work for justice.
About the role
We are seeking a dedicated Case Worker for our Doorways Program! You will support community members to meet their goals through community partnerships, collaboration and using case management as a tool. Doorways is the doorway through which those experiencing hardship and/or disadvantage can take steps to find the support they need to overcome challenges and find long-term solutions.
Responsibilities include
- Work collaboratively with Corps Officers and Volunteers to deliver an integrated approach to delivering Doorways at the local site
- Develop high quality case plans with community members to identify achievable goals using a strength-based approach
- Use prevention and early intervention strategy response to deliver support and services
- Provide effective response to people experiencing longer term disadvantage and generational poverty
- Complete assessments and referrals for additional financial support
- Provide guidance to community members, Corps Officers, volunteers, internal and external services in how to access Doorways Emergency Financial Relief
This is a permanent full-time position based in Burnie and Ulverstone locations in TAS. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Level 4 Award.
What you will have
- Degree level qualification in Social Work, Psychology, or other Community/Human Services discipline is highly desirable, or a Diploma and a minimum of 2 years relevant experience in the community services sector would be considered
- Develops goals and uses feedback to inform future planning
- Accommodate with initiative to change service priorities
- A current and valid Working with Children’s Check
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
- 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
Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. Do not delay in submitting your application today!
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.
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. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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.