Number Of Positions Available
1
About The Role
You will be a values‐driven individual responsible for delivering Doorways services at a site or cluster of sites, including leading emergency relief assessment and distribution, and managing the Doorways employee and volunteer workforce on site. You are passionate about building and leading an effective, high‐functioning team of employees and volunteers providing day‐to‐day management. You are driven to ensure the ongoing services for the Doorways program, whilst also creating linkages with the community to promote awareness of Doorways.
This is a maximum term (30 June 2027 pending successful Government funding) full‐time position (38 hrs per week) located in Wagga Wagga NSW. Salary is in accordance with SCHADS level 5.
How You Will Make An Impact
* Work collaboratively with Corps Officers, Volunteers, and other co‐located Mission Leaders to deliver an integrated approach to delivering Doorways at a face‐to‐face Doorways site and a cluster of local sites
* Build and maintain relationships within TSA and with local community stakeholders to identify local resources, community needs, and opportunities for collaboration
* Oversee the delivery of Doorways services on site, leading a team of Case Workers, ER Assessor and volunteers to provide effective services
* Support the Doorways team to deliver services that meet practice standards and ensure service delivery targets and funding body requirements are being met
* Coach and guide case workers on difficult and complex cases with the view to build capacity and skill
* Coordinate onsite material aid and distribution across the area as required
* Create and leverage relationships to maximise potential for local in‐kind and financial donations
What You Will Bring
* Degree qualification in Social Work, Psychology or other Community/Human Service discipline
* Experience in conflict resolution and dealing with unpredictable situations and behaviour
* Experience working with people who experience trauma and/or exhibit multiple complex service needs and/or are chronically disadvantaged
* A current and valid NSW Working with Children Check
* A valid driving licence
* A willingness to undergo a National Police Check
* Relevant experience working in the community services sector, including in managing teams
What We Offer
* Generous tax‐free salary packaging benefits (up to $15,900)
* Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
* Employee Assistance Program – confidential counselling service
* Inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
* Discounted health and fitness programmes 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 programme or activity
Equal Opportunity & Diversity
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.
Child Safety & Criminal Check
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.
Organisational Values
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.
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