About the Organisation
The Salvation Army is one of Australia's largest charities, providing community support through the Doorways model. Our focus is on delivering holistic, relational assistance to people in crisis and need.
Doorways Support Assistant
The Doorways Support Assistant will be the first person a community member meets. A smile and tidy area welcomes them into a safe, accepted environment.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
* Work across all site‐based aspects of support: community connection, distribution of pre‐allocated financial assistance, referral to other services, programs, activities and spiritual support.
* Offer refreshments, help with the food pantry, and provide connection and support.
* Assist with receiving material aid items, restocking and food storage, administration of emergency relief vouchers and distribution of material assistance.
* Provide a friendly smile and warm welcome to help community members relax and connect.
Time required: 9am – 2pm on Mondays (excluding public holidays).
Qualifications and Skills
* Confidence and interest in meeting new people.
* Previous experience connecting with community members in a social setting or customer service is desirable.
* Computer proficiency may be required for administration tasks.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. 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‐secure organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child‐related roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Additionally, certain volunteer roles may require a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.
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