Support Worker - Family And Domestic Violence Specialist

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 National Family Violence Stream offers specialist programs to families and individuals who are experiencing and recovering from family violence, modern slavery and forced marriage. Our services focus on prevention, restoration and healing using evidence-based theories and frameworks. We work towards a community which is safe and free from violence and challenges systemic gendered attitudes.

About the role

We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Support Worker who will support single women, transgender women, and women and their children who have experienced Family Violence to support client led case plans within a residential crisis accommodation setting.

Working within a specialist field, prior experience within Family and Domestic Violence is highly desirable for this role.

Due to the nature of this service, to identify as a woman is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under s.31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).

This is a permanent part-time position based on Gadigal Land in central Sydney, NSW. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Award Level 4.

You will successfully- Provide clients accessing our crisis accommodation with a welcoming and responsive initial contact.- Support our clients to ensure that urgent and immediate needs are addressed.- Support with risk assessments and ongoing safety management.- Provide information to assist in assessing and addressing client issues, needs and circumstances.- Establish effective relationships with clients that encourage self-determination, participation and support them to meet their goals- Assist clients to access support services.- Assist the Case Managers and clients to progress in their case plans.

You will have- A Cert IV Community Studies or significant relevant experience.- Relevant experience in a social service environment- Trauma and Domestic Violence Informed Practice.- A person Centred, Strength Based approach.- A NSW Working with Children Check.

• 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, the above sounds like you, 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.- 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 National Police Check._