Assertive Outreach Worker at The Salvation Army

Job Description:

Latest job information from The Salvation Army for the position of Assertive Outreach Worker. If the Assertive Outreach Worker vacancy in Alice Springs NT matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

Please note that applying for a job may not always be easy, as new candidates must meet certain qualifications and requirements set by the company. We hope the career opportunity at The Salvation Army for the position of Assertive Outreach Worker below matches your qualifications.

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.

As an Assertive Outreach Worker, this is your opportunity to provide holistic support to young people who are marginalised, excluded and/or disconnected from service and build trust with young people through consistent and meaningful engagement and linking to housing, health, employment, and community services.

Reporting to the Program Manager, this is a permanent, full-time position based in Alice Springs, NT.

Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award, Level 4.

• Support is provided to young people in line with Youth Services Model of care and associated Frameworks
• Effective relationships are established with clients that encourage self-determination and participation
• Case management support is provided to clients in accordance with TSA case management models and standards of practice
• Ongoing assessment is made of the client's issues, safety, needs and circumstances from initial intake to exit
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of young people and operate within the organisational safeguarding policies and a state mandatory reporting requirement.

• Degree qualification in social work, welfare, community development or related field.
• Demonstrated high level of sector knowledge and skills attained through previous roles, service and study/development.
• Working with Children Check
• A national police record check is required
• Drivers License
• First Aid Certificate

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.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• 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.

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. 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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

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

Job Info:

• Company: The Salvation Army
• Position: Assertive Outreach Worker
• Work Location: Alice Springs NT
• Country: AU

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