Initial Assessment And Planning Worker

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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 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

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.

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