The Salvation Army (Salvos) is one of the largest providers of homelessness services across the country. Our philosophy is that every person should be afforded dignity and respect and that no one should be without a safe, affordable, and secure home. We provide services and supports to adults, and families with accompanying children in the form of accommodation, case management, assertive outreach, financial assistance, community connection and referral services.
About the role
As an AfterHours Services Coordinator, this is your prospect to support the delivery of afterhours services, respond to the needs of clients and service operations outside of standard business hours in accordance with TSA National Homelessness Model of Care. Reporting to the Program Manager, this is a permanent, full-time position based in Darwin, NT. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award, Level 5.
How you will make an impact
- Provide guidance and support with practical assistance, including monitoring activities overnight and appropriate intervention as required such as de-escalation, first aid, and emergency situations.
- Maintain and provide accurate hand over notes, including any changed risk behaviours and incidents.
- Assist in providing, training, on boarding and evaluating staff members, grounds, and maintenance issues.
- Assist in managing a team of afterhours and caretaker staff members.
- Supervise overnight workers, including rostering, personal development, training and inclusion activities.
What you will bring
- A desired degree level qualification or preferred a relevant Diploma level qualification with substantial experience in a relevant industry.
- Experience in an Homelessness and residential setting.
- A national police record check is required.
- Drivers Licence
- Working With Children Check
What we offer
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.
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 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.
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📌 Afterhours Services Coordinator
🏢 The Salvation Army
📍 Darwin