Youth Services Case Manager - Geelong, Australia - The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army

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Geelong, Australia

1 week ago

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The Salvation Army is one of Australia's largest and mostloved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

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About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Youth Services Case Manager You will provide flexible and assertive case management response to clients with complex needs to those experiencing homelessness.

Additionally, you will demonstrate commitment to work alongside young people and their identified support needs within the Barwon region.

Responsibilities include

Deliver high quality case management to young people accessing youth services programs
Complete comprehensive intake and risk assessment for all young people
Assist young people with range of activities in preparing for independent living: meals preparation; life and living skills; health and hygiene; recreation and exercise
Individual case plans are developed in collaboration with clients and include a range of interventions that address the needs or goals of clients
Clients assisted to access support services and establish community supports

This is a fixed term full-time position, for 12 months, based in Geelong, VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Level 5 Award.

You will have

Tertiary qualification in Social Science, Welfare or related field with a degree qualification preferred
Relevant experience in a Social Service environment
A full Driver's Licence
A valid Employee Working With Children's Check

Benefits of working at The Salvation Army

We offer our eligible employees NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Independent confidential counselling service
Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks
Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
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. W_
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 National Police Check._
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration_