Community Development Case Manager - Spring Hill, Australia - The Salvation Army

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Spring Hill, Australia

1 week ago

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Why this role matters


The Salvation Army Australia's Homelessness Stream provides high quality, person centred services to people at risk, and or experiencing homelessness.

We support adults and families, including accompanying children with accommodation, case management, outreach support, financial assistance, connection and referral to other specialist services.


Our philosophy is that every person deserves dignity, respect and quality of service and that no one should be without a safe, affordable and secure home.

Services are free, voluntary, accredited and delivered by professional and committed staff.

About the role


We are seeking a values-driven Case Manager to provide case management support, in either a community based and/or residential based setting, that assists people to achieve housing stability, experience improved social inclusion and achieve a level of self-mastery that will enable them to sustain tenancy and lead their best lives.


This support is achieved through case management support, incorporating person centred, recovery, trauma informed and strengths-based practices whilst working effectively with other members of the team to provide a comprehensive service that reflects the vision, mission and values of The Salvation Army.


To provide Community Development Support and facilitation to help individuals, families and the community to bring about social change and improve the quality of life in the Brisbane City LGA.


To develop, plan and deliver meaningful and engaging community development activities that assist people to experience social inclusion and community connectedness.

You will successfully

  • Establishing relationships with individuals that access the service that encourage selfdetermination and participation
  • Providing case management support to individuals in accordance with TSA case management models and standards of practice
  • Ability to complete thorough assessments, inclusive of needs, risks and vulnerabilities.
  • Ongoing assessment of the individuals' presenting issues, vulnerabilities and needs from initial intake to exit
  • Participates in local network meetings inclusive of Communities of Practice meetings and liaison with community groups
  • Work to establish collaborative partnerships and opportunities for connection
  • Building and maintaining successful working relationships with external stakeholders to develop responses to community issues and explore opportunities
  • Participation and representation at relevant community focused events and implementation of community initiatives.
  • Identifying risks to individuals, staff and TSA and addressing where appropriate of bringing to the attention of the Team Leader as soon as possible
This is a max-term (12months from start date), full-time position located in Spring Hill, QLD. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the

You will have

  • Tertiary qualification in Community Services, Social Work or related field. A degree level qualification is preferred.
  • Relevant experience in a social service environment including in client assessment and case management
  • Knowledge and experience of safe food handling requirements and related WHS requirements
  • Specific knowledge of frameworks, theories and practice within the Community Development Discipline.
  • A national police record check is required
  • QLD Working with Children Check (position is located at a site that provides overnight accommodation to young people and/or provides support to families in a home setting)
  • Driver's Licence
  • First Aid Certificate
What we offer

  • Flexible working conditions
- (Maybe eligible to) NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits

  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Independent confidential counselling service
  • Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
  • Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
  • Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
  • 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 inc
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