ABOUT 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.

Why this role matters

The primary purpose of this role is to provide case management support to people who are experiencing homelessness, are at risk of homelessness or who live in low-cost or insecure accommodation and have multiple unmet health needs. Further, the role seeks to provide clients with support, system navigation, housing advice, advocacy, and links to the community. This role requires that service delivery targets and organisational standards are achieved, and funding body requirements are met

The Community Connections Program (CCP) is funded by Home and Community Care through the Commonwealth Department of Health to provide support to eligible persons living within the local government areas of, Boroondara, Knox, Manningham, Maroondah, Monash, Whitehorse, and Yarra Ranges Shire.

About the role

We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Case Manager to deliver flexible and assertive outreach case management to young people experiencing homelessness or at risk of experiencing homelessness.

This is a max-term (10 months) part-time (22.8 hours per week) position based in Sunshine, Victoria. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Level 5.

You will successfully

• Provide a quality service to clients via the following processes and in accordance with funding guidelines, accreditation standards, and program specific frameworks: initial assessment, case planning, case plan reviews, case closure.

• Provide holistic and sensitive support to clients of the service, that considers and responds to their individual needs and enables achievement of case plan goals.

• Support clients to access, navigate and interact with various services and supports, depending on their individual needs and goals. • Develop effective and supportive relationships with clients that encourages self-determination and participation.

You will have

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in social work, human services, aged care, disability, community services, or related field (diploma level minimum), and/or relevant experience

• Relevant experience in a social service environment.

• A current Victorian Employee Working with Children Check.

• Current Victorian Driver’s Licence.

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) 

• Flexible working conditions 

• 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