Why this role matters
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 a Lived Experience Support Worker, this is your opportunity to work alongside case manager, providing support and hope for recovery to the clients in the program. The Peer Support Worker is responsible for supporting clients and case mangers as directed by the Team Leader.
Reporting to the Team Leader, this is a permanent, full-time position based in Katherine, NT.
How you will make an impact
* Provide the opportunity for clients to engage in activities and/or recovery related activities.
* Provide transport to clients participating in program.
* Maintain regular communication with all team members.
* Establish and maintain professional relationships with participants.
* Provide an immediate and appropriate response to incidents that impact on participant safety and security in accordance with site policies and procedures.
What you will bring
* Lived experience of homelessness. An understanding of what contributes to recovery from a lived experience perspective.
* Experience in supporting people who are struggling with homelessness, including volunteer work.
* Experience in or willingness to learn skills in co-facilitation of groups.
* A National Police Record check is required prior to commencement.
* A NT Working with Children Ochre Card check is required prior to commencement.
* A current NT driver's license.
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.