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1ABOUT US
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
About usThe Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
Why this role matters
The Salvation Army (Salvos) Youth Services encompasses a range of programs for vulnerable young people, their families, and the community. Our services have a strong focus on prevention and early intervention and enable access to safe accommodation options, Holistic case management, community outreach programs and programs that teach vital independent living skills. Our centres are safe and supportive environments creating an ideal environment for growth, where participants feel believed in, valued, listened to, and respected.
About the role
We are seeking a values-driven and dedicated Youth Support Worker for our Bundaberg Youth Refuge! You will deliver a safe, secure and clean environment for the client group in a 24 hour accommodation setting.
Reporting to the Manager, this is a permanent part-time position, 15 hours per week, based in Bundaberg, QLD.
Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Crisis Award Level 1.
You will successfully
- Develop effective and supportive relationships with clients, ensuring that each client is treated with respect, dignity and confidentiality
- Plan, develop, implement and evaluate appropriate life skills and other appropriate programs for clients
- Provide information and referral service to non-government and statutory organisations, community organisations and individuals as required
- Escalate any critical incidents to the team leader
- Provide direct support to clients using a case management framework
- Assist clients to carry out their support plan, and monitor and review the plan in line with the service policy and procedure
- Requirement to work sleepover shifts as part of assigned roster (full/part time employees)
You will have
- A qualification in social work, youth work, community work or equivalent
- Experience working with young people who are homeless and/or in crisis within a Case Management Framework
- Experience working with young people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and religions
- An understanding of the issues faced by people experiencing homelessness, substance use disorders, mental ill health and other disabilities
- Demonstrated ability to deal with unpredictable situations and behaviour, violence and problems associated with homelessness, substance abuse and mental health conditions
- Effective verbal and written communication skills; participate in the collection of data and report writing
- Competent in Microsoft Office
- A demonstrated ability to carry out duties in a timely and efficient manner within a team environment and autonomously
- Ability to use active listening skills, make an assessment on a crisis situation and use crisis intervention principles including conflict resolution within the community
- QLD Driver's Licence
- QLD Working with Children's Check (Blue Card)
- First Aid Certificate
What we offer
As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;
- NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)
- Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits
- 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
- Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;
- Opportunity for career development;
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
- Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
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. W e 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