Youth Case Manager

Number of Positions Available:

1

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ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

Why this role matters

The Salvation Army Youth Services offer an integrated suite of programs engaging with young people across Australia. Our services create intentional avenues for young people to explore opportunities, build support networks, and access, participate and contribute to their communities.

Youth services provide a diverse range of programs which include housing and homelessness, driver training, education, employment and training, AOD support, social and community activities, specialist therapeutic responses and youth justice programs.

About the role

We are currently seeking a values-driven and proactive Case Manager to provide intensive assistance and support to young people living within Oasis Youth Support Network’s Crisis Accommodation Services – Oasis House.

You will successfully

Build rapport & engage with young people in order to respond to their immediate and longer-term needs

Provide an effective case management service for clients residing in, including conducting individual assessments

Assist in the creation of a positive environment within the services which promotes the physical, emotional, spiritual & social development of young people

Ensure the young people are not subjected to any form of abuse or discrimination, in particular, bullying or the threat of bullying

Liaise with government & NGO’s in the assessment & implementation of young people’s case plans as required

Implement, coordinate & support living skill programs and related training for young people living within the OTAS program

Create & maintain all required record-keeping, including client files and other administrative records

This is a permanent full-time position, based in Surry Hills, NSW.

You will have

Tertiary qualifications (minimum Diploma) in Youth Work, Community Services, Social Work or related discipline.

Demonstrated work experience (min. 3 years) in youth services, case management, homelessness, health, addiction, or other related welfare fields.

Knowledge & understanding of youth homelessness & relevant health, addiction & welfare issues & appropriate intervention strategies

Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of the community services sector in NSW, with a specific emphasis on homelessness and family/domestic violence

Current Senior First Aid

Current NSW Driver’s License

Valid NSW Working with Children Check

A willingness to undergo a National Police Check

The Salvation Army is subject to public health orders. You may be required to provide evidence of vaccine status dependent on requirements.

What we offer

(Maybe eligible to) NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits

Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service

Flexible working conditions

Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits

Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport

Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme

Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks

Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity

An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members

Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution