AH Youth Support Worker

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Why this role matters

The Salvation Army (Salvos) is one of the largest providers of homelessness services across the country. Our philosophy is that every person should be afforded dignity and respect and that no one should be without a safe, affordable, and secure home. We provide services and supports to adults, and families with accompanying children in the form of accommodation, case management, assertive outreach, financial assistance, community connection and referral services.

About the role

As an After-Hours Youth Support Worker, this is your opportunity to provides professional and consistent support to young men and women who are homeless or at risk of experiencing  homelessness.

Reporting to the Youth Services Coordinator, this is a permanent part-time role offering 49 hours per fortnight, located in Shepparton, VIC.

How you will make an impact

• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for all residents while supporting them under the Journey to Independence Model within a Psychologically Informed Environment framework.

• Assist residents to maintain personal and shared living spaces and develop skills for independent living including meal preparation, hygiene, recreation and daily routines.

• Maintain accurate and timely records that meet legislative standards and ensure effective handovers for the safe management of the crisis accommodation program after hours.

• Support residents in following case management plans and attending appointments related to health, housing, education, justice, finances and social inclusion.

• Offer informal support to all program clients, identify risks and service gaps, and report or recommend improvements to supervisors or managers.

What you will bring

• A Tertiary qualification in community services, social services, or related field (essential)

• Demonstrated experience in a social service environment preferably the youth sector

• A current VIC drivers licence and employee Working with Children’s Check

What we offer

The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including: 

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.

• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.

• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport

• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.

• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.

Conditions

Compensation is in accordance with Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award Level 3

How to apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role.  Together we can build a brighter future.

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 people 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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

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