START YOUR CAREER WITH THE SALVATION ARMY TODAY!

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 review our current vacancies.

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is 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.

Everyday tasks can become more difficult as people age. The Salvation Army offers a range of services to support older Australians to live independently in their own homes and communities. We are looking for Home Care Workers to assist our clients across Canberra with domestic assistance duties which might include cleaning, ironing, laundry etc.

The Home Care Worker - Cleaner positions' core purpose is to provide support to our clients with general cleaning duties in accordance with their assessed individual needs and wishes, to enable the client to remain living in their home independently.

ABOUT YOU

• An appreciation of and the ability and willingness to promote, support and model the Christian values and ethos of The Salvation Army
• Motivation to work with older people living in the community and an understanding of their needs and of consumer directed care
• Strong customer service focus and good time management skills
• Ability to work independently and safely in a client's home and out in the community.
• Good communication skills, including fluency in written and spoken English
• Current driver's licence, good driving record, access to a reliable car which is comprehensively insured and willingness to use it for work purposes.

WE OFFER:

• Access to not-for-profit salary packaging & meals and entertainment benefits (save on tax)

• Above Award wages

• Up to five weeks annual leave

• Paid parental leave

• Flexible work arrangements supporting you to achieve work-life balance

• Access to financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits

• Learning and development to support you in your role

• Scholarships via Eva Burrows College

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation that is committed to ensuring the wellbeing of children and young people, and protecting them from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all other roles require a mandatory National Police Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.