Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Homelessness Worker
The Salvation Army AustraliaMelbourne, Victoria, Australia
Posted 18h ago
Part Time
About the Company
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities.
Job Description
We are seeking an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Homelessness Worker to join our Housing Pathways Program (Courts). In this role, you will support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have been referred through the court system and are at risk of homelessness. You will provide culturally safe and responsive support, help people access housing and other services, and work to reduce ongoing homelessness and involvement with the justice system.
Requirements
- Degree level qualification in Social Work or community services
- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity, with knowledge of and connection to local communities
- Experience supporting people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
- An understanding of trauma-informed and client-led support
- Ability to support people with complex needs, including involvement with the justice system or family violence
- Current Victorian Driver's Licence and an Employee Working with Children Check
Benefits
- Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free
- Meal entertainment benefit
- Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers
- Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks)
- 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
- Sorry Business and Ceremonial leave (up to 10 days)
- Compassionate Leave - All full and part time employees are entitled to two days paid Compassionate Leave on each occasion it is required
- Message Stick - quarterly newsletter update from the Territorial
