Why this role matters

The Salvation Army Australia’s Family Violence Stream provides a wide range of services around the country to support women and women with children impacted by family and domestic violence. We offer refuge, children’s and parenting services, counselling, support, men’s programs, accommodation and advice to women and children who are experiencing, or who have experienced, family violence.

About the role

We are currently seeking a values-driven and proactive Support Worker, reporting to the Team Leader. The Support Worker is instrumental in delivering high quality, safe and effective family violence responses to those seeking support, safety, and recovery. The role encompasses the delivery of intake and assessment, crisis response to adult and child victim-survivors in the 24/7 refuge or in crisis accommodation.

You will successfully

• Ensure clients accessing the service are provided with a welcoming and responsive initial contact and urgent and immediate needs are addressed
• Effectively build established relationsips with clients that encourage self-determination and participation and support them to improve their situation
• Provide support to clients to implement case plans in accordance with The Salvation Army case management models and standards of practice
• Ensure all client records and data is accurately maintained
• Perform general housekeeping duties as required
• Assist with ad-hoc projects and tasks that support the smooth operation of the facillities as required

This is a Casual position located in Darwin City, NT. The salary and conditions for this role are in accordance with the SCHADS Level 3 Award.

You will have

• The willingness to undergo a National Police Check
• Relevant state Working with Children Check
• The ability to complete evening, sleepover and weekend shifts
• A Certificate IV qualification in social work, welfare or community development OR demonstrated equivalent knowledge and skills attained through previous appointments, service and study/development
• Relevant experience in a social service environment

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
• 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

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.