Outreach Worker
The Salvation Army
Port Augusta, Whyalla & Eyre Peninsula SA
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About Us
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here – providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
Why this role matters
The Port Augusta Youth Safe Transport Service (PAYSTS) provides a transportation and mentoring service to Young People aged between 5 years and 18 years of age (Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal) who are at risk on the streets and in unsafe situations within Port Augusta.
As the Outreach Worker you will provide outreach patrol and service delivery through the Port Augusta Youth Safe Transport Service (PAYSTS) program ensuring the safe transportation of youth and children to a place of safety between the hours of 7pm and 10pm on Weekdays and 6pm and 2am on Weekends.
We have multiple casual positions located in Port Augusta. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Level 4 Award.
The role you could play
Oversee and respond to the day to day needs of young people connected with the program through service delivery including:
- Successfully engage with at risk Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal Young People and provide transport to places of safety
- Establish relationships with clients that encourage self-determination and participation
- Assessment is made of the client’s issues, needs, circumstances and risk at initial contact
- Clients are assisted to access support services and establish community supports and where needed are assisted through advocacy with service providers
- Mentoring relationships are established with at risk young people
- Facilitation of group work sessions designed to enhance development of life and living skills and community engagement
- Assisting with the frontline implementation and review of practice model/processes and implementation of change
What you will bring
- A minimum qualification of Certificate IV in Community Services or relevant field (or willingness to achieve this)
- Relevant experience in a social service environment
- Relevant experience in facilitation of group work
- Working with Children Check
- Drivers Licence
- First Aid
- 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
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.