Why this role matters
The Salvation Army (Salvos) Youth Services encompasses a range of programs for vulnerable young people, their families, and the community. Our services have a robust focus on prevention and early intervention and enable access to safe accommodation options, Holistic case management, community outreach programs and programs that teach vital independent living skills. Our centres are safe and supportive environments creating an ideal environment for growth, where participants feel believed in, valued, listened to, and respected.
About the role
As a Youth Worker, this is your opportunity to provide support to young people between the ages of 16 and 18 years of age, under a current Guardianship of the Chief Executive orders through the Department for Child Protection and to provide assertive outreach support to young people residing independently.
Reporting to the Team Leader, this is a fixed-term position, offering 23.4 hours per week, until 31st July, 2026.
Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award, level 4.
How you will make an impact
- Support is provided to young people in line with Youth Services Model of care and associated Frameworks
- Effective relationships are established with clients that encourage self-determination and participation
- Support is provided to clients in accordance with TSA case management models and standards of practice
- Ongoing assessment is made of the client's issues, needs and circumstances from initial intake to exit
- Clients are assisted to access support services and establish community supports, including referrals to appropriate specialised agencies for counselling, therapeutic and remedial programs and where needed are assisted through advocacy with service providers
What you will bring
- Degree qualification in social work, welfare, community development or related field
- Relevant experience in a social service environment
- Working with Children Check
- Psychological Assessment (in line with Children and Young People Safety Act 2017)
- A national police record check is required
- First Aid Certificate
- Through their Eyes (Reporting Abuse and Neglect) Training
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 setting 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.
📌 Youth Worker
🏢 The Salvation Army
📍 Port Pirie