Time left to apply End Date: February 10, 2025 (28 days left to apply)
Job Requisition ID: R47765
Number of Positions Available: 1
ABOUT US
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
Why this role matters
The Salvation Army Youth Services offer an integrated suite of programs engaging with young people across Australia. Our services create intentional avenues for young people to explore opportunities, build support networks, and access, participate, and contribute to their communities. Youth services provide a diverse range of programs which include housing and homelessness, driver training, education, employment and training, AOD support, social and community activities, specialist therapeutic responses, and youth justice programs.
About the role
We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Staying on Facilitator at our Lansdale location. Reporting to the Team Leader, this is a fixed-term, full-time position until the 30th June 2027.
Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award, level 5.
You will successfully
* Coordinate the offer, negotiation, authorisation, and review of Staying on Agreements to support safe and stable living arrangements between young people and their carers/families.
* Liaise and collaborate with the Department of Communities, Community Service Organisations, and other Out-Of-Home-Care service providers to ensure a smooth transition of supports to carers.
* Provide direct support to carers/families where a Staying On Agreement is in place.
* Identify carer needs that impact the work of the Transition Coach and vice versa and collaborate with relevant parties to address the respective needs of both the carer and the young person.
* Coordinate and facilitate care and family intervention meetings to manage and resolve conflicts and issues arising from the young person ‘staying on’ with the carer.
* Make and facilitate warm referrals for therapeutic and other carer supports (including supporting carers to access additional supports through the NDIS).
* Monitor and oversee the provision of Staying On subsidies that will be administered by the Department of Communities.
You will have (Requisite Skills & Qualifications)
* Qualification/s: Bachelor or Diploma qualification in a relevant field.
* A national police record check is required.
* A Working with Children Check is required.
* Departmental 395 check is required.
* Current WA Drivers Licence and the ability to travel in response to organisational needs. This requirement will continue for the duration of employment in this position.
* Current First Aid Certificate is required.
What we offer
As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as:
* NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax-free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650).
* Flexible working conditions.
* Health, fitness, and financial discounts/benefits.
* Paid parental leave - 12 weeks.
* Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme.
* Up to 5 days paid leave per year to ‘volunteer’ in a TSA program or activity.
* Purpose-driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes.
* Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service.
* Opportunity for career development.
* An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate, and professional team members.
* Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution.
How To Apply
If you're excited by this unique opportunity, 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.
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. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.
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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.
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