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The Salvation Army

Emergency Relief Assessor

PART TIME

December 2, 2024

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 Doorways program provides person centred care to community members experiencing financial or other forms of hardship through the provision of financial and material emergency relief. Case management is provided at some of the Doorways sites to engage people through early intervention as well as address long term disadvantage to break the cycle of poverty and alleviate financial hardship. Our practitioners are strength based and trauma informed in their practice to build individual capacity, resilience and wellbeing.
About the role
We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Emergency Relief Assessor, at our Palmerston location. Reporting to the PAL Team Leader / Doorways Coordinator, this is a permanent, part-time position offering 20 hours per week.
Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award, level 3.3.
You will successfully
  • Conduct interviews and assessment for emergency relief (ER) with community members in accordance with Doorways guidelines
  • Determine the assistance to be provided in line with Doorways standards of practice
  • Community members are assisted to access support services through referral and advocacy to service providers within and external to The Salvation Army, where appropriate
  • Escalate complex or unresolved matters
  • Accurate, up-to-date client records and data is maintained for all clients in accordance with TSA standards and procedures, using all relevant TSA systems including SAMIS
You will have (Requisite Skills & Qualifications)
  • Diploma level (preferred) or Certificate IV (minimum) qualification in a related field (Community Services etc)
  • Experience working in the community services sector
  • Experience working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds would be beneficial.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment (contact centre) would be highly regarded (for Phone Line ER Assessors)
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
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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