Doorways Case Worker

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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 Doorways program provides person centred care to community members experiencing financial or other forms of hardship through the provision of financial and material emergency relief. Case management is provided at some of the Doorways sites to engage people through early intervention as well as address long term disadvantage to break the cycle of poverty and alleviate financial hardship. Our practitioners are strength based and trauma informed in their practice to build individual capacity, resilience and wellbeing.

About the role

We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Doorways Case Worker, at our Karratha, location. Reporting to the Doorways Regional Coordinator, this is a permanent, full-time position.

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

Due to the remote nature of this role, the annual base salary receives an additional 9%.

You will successfully

• Provide a holistic case work service to people experiencing financial hardship

• Provide the program service within the boundaries of qualifications and experience under the Doorways Delivery Model and under the direction of the Doorways Regional Manager.

• Provide a prevention and early intervention response to people in need, in an effort to prevent the initial crisis escalating out of control and further entrenching them in poverty and disadvantage.

• Development of individual case plans in collaboration with clients.

• Develop holistic and achievable options with clients enabling them to best deal with their situations

You will have (Requisite Skills & Qualifications)

• Relevant tertiary degree with relevant experience or diploma with relevant experience; or lesser formal qualifications with substantial years of relevant experience.

• Minimum 1-year experience in case management

• Knowledge with client advocacy and working in partnership with others

• Current WA Drivers licence

• Proficient interpersonal skills, strong verbal and written communications and negotiation/consultation skills

What we offer 

As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as; 

• NFP salary packaging ($31,800 tax free)

• An additional 9% on top of the base salary per annum

• 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  

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 National Police Check.