About the role

The Salvation Army Graceville Centre is an umbrella name for two refuges (Byanda & Nunyara) that provide short term crisis accommodation for women with or without children who are escaping Family & Domestic Violence and/or homelessness. This centre also provides some medium term, supported transitional housing (Cornelie Court) and an outreach service. Nunyara can accommodate 6 women without children. Byanda can accommodate 6 women with children. Cornelie Court can accommodate 8 families.

We are seeking a values-driven Child Case Worker, reporting to the Coordinator. You will identify the needs of traumatised children and determine the best strategies of support including Play Therapy, Safe From the Start, Protective Behaviours, and advocacy with other service providers.

You will successfully

• Provide a holistic approach that adopts spiritual, physical & emotional care
• Build relationships with mothers & their children encouraging self-determination and participation
• Engage children in programs/services on-site and/or offsite to develop skills and confidence
• Develop case plans with input from the mother and other team members to support child development
• Design music and play programs to improve coordination, language and moto skills

This is a full time permanent position based in Perth. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award Level 4.

You will have

• Tertiary qualification in Social & Community Services or related field, a degree qualification is preferred
• Relevant experience working with traumatised children and planning applicable activities and programs
• A Working with Children Check
• A current Drivers licence
• A willingness to undergo a National Police check

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)
• Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits;
• Employee Assistance Program – Independent confidential counselling service;
• Opportunity for career development;
• 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
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution

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.

How to Apply

If you’re excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you. 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 apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

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.