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The role you could play

We are seeking a dedicated Doorways Case Worker to support community members to meet their goals through community partnerships, collaboration and using case management as a tool.

Duties

• Work collaboratively with Corps Officers, Volunteers, and other co-located Mission Leaders to deliver an integrated approach to delivering Doorways
• Assessment of community members' specific needs, strengths and identification of interrelated issues and needs
• Develop high quality case plans with community members to identify achievable goals using a strength-based approach
• Provide effective response to people experiencing longer term disadvantage and generational poverty
• Complete assessments and referrals for additional financial support e.g., applications for No Interest Loans (NILS), Energy Assistance, following State based practice guides and processes

This is a permanent part-time position, based in Dingley, VIC. We are offering 15 to 18 hours per week, however willing to negotiate (be flexible) number of hours with the successful candidate. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Level 4 Award.

The ideal candidate 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
• Displays an optimistic approach to work
• Respond with initiative to changing service priorities and operating environments

Benefits working with The Salvation Army

• We offer our eligible employees NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)
• Health, fitness, financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and 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.

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.