Use Your Skills in Leadership as our New Team Leader in our Homelessness Stream!
The Leadership You Will BringSteer the trajectory of impactful change as a Team Leader in our Justice-Supported Accommodation Service. In this role, you’ll provide supervision, support, and guidance to the Case Management team, while actively engaging in intake, assessment, and case management.
This service provides supported accommodation and psychosocial support to individuals released on bail or parole. We work with people experiencing homelessness or housing instability, often alongside complex needs such as mental health challenges, alcohol and other drug (AOD) issues, and other social or legal barriers.
Key ResponsibilitiesEnsuring productive relationships are demonstrated by the team and contribute to quality team performance and team wellbeingCreating and implementing career development plans for the team to improve capability and service deliveryEnsuring staff members have a transparent understanding of their role and what is expected of themUndertake assessment with the client to develop a shared understanding of their situation and related problems and strengths
This is a full-time, permanent position located in Alice Springs, NT. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Level 6 Award.
The Ideal Candidate Would HaveDegree level qualification in social services, community development, or a related discipline and/or extensive, demonstrated experience working in a similar roleDemonstrated experience in engaging homeless persons and willingness to assist in the provision of support in the areas of homelessness, alcohol and other drug dependence, and mental health issuesGood time management and organisational skillsPrevious experience managing staff and budgetsA current First Aid certificate or willingness to obtainA current NT driver’s license
Benefits Working with The Salvation ArmyNFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefitsEmployee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling serviceFinancial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefitsDiscounted health and fitness programs through Fitness PassportUp to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave schemeGenerous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeksUp to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activityAn inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate, and professional team membersPositively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
How to ApplyIf 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.
📌 Team Leader
🏢 The Salvation Army
📍 Alice Springs