Initial Assessment and Planning Worker - Sunshine, Australia - The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army
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Sunshine, Australia

1 week ago

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  • 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 review our current vacancies.
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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.
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 currently seeking a values-driven and proactive IAP Worker to provide an immediate crisis response to those experiencing homelessness and assessing those at risk of homelessness and provide referrals to address their complex needs.

The Western Metro Homelessness Service is the Entry Point to services for the Brimbank Melton catchment. The primary service site is home to a variety of programs from homelessness, family violence and community streams.


The purpose of the role is to provide an immediate crisis response to those experiencing homelessness and assessing those at risk of homelessness and providing referrals to address their complex needs.

Tasks will include providing high-level initial support to those experiencing homelessness and the related stresses by conducting thorough assessments, referrals and housing-related information and sourcing crisis accommodation for those in primary need.

You will successfully

  • Provide professional service delivery
  • Collaborate with internal and external key stake holders
  • Ensure suitable referrals are sent to internal and external agencies
  • Utilise strength based and trauma informed practices to undertake assessments
  • Clients are provided with HEF and other brokerage in accordance with DFFH guidelines
  • All required HEF data and administrative tasks are completed promptly
  • Understand and meet funding requirements of internal and external agencies where applicable
  • Recording of comprehensive case notes in a timely manner
  • Data is collected and stored in line with privacy procedures
  • Ability to selfaudit files
  • Understand and meet funding requirements of external agencies


This is a permanent part-time position, 30.4 hours per week, reporting to the Access Point Coordinator, located at Sunshine, VIC.

Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Level 4.

You will have

  • Understanding of and commitment to the mission and values of The Salvation Army
  • Previous experience working within the homelessness sector or a keen interest to develop a career in the homelessness sector
  • Preferred Certificate III or Diploma of Community Services
  • Demonstrates knowledge of homelessness including context, causes, issues, philosophies and legislation
  • Understands and applies homelessness models, approaches, theories and practices when dealing with clients
  • Ability to understand and respond to the needs of individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness
  • A current VIC Drivers Licence
  • Valid VIC Employee Working with Children Check
  • Ability to provide proof of Eligibility to Work in Australia
What we offer

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


  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Independent confidential counselling service
  • Flexible working conditions
  • 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
  • Applications will _
- close on the 2nd of June_
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  • 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 child
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