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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 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.
About The Role
We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Lived Experience Peer Support Worker, at our Alice Springs location.
Reporting to the Team Leader, this is a permanent, full-time position.
Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award, level 3. You will successfully Provide personalised peer support and practical assistance to inspire hope and the belief that obtaining and maintaining safe long-term accommodation is possible.Work alongside clients to support and encourage them to achieve own goals within established case plans including taking clients to appointments and advocating for clients to other services providers.Support and role model healthy psychosocial connections to culture, community and family.Ensure accurate, up to date client records and data is maintained for all clients in accordance to TSA standards and procedures within TSA's identified electronic database.Advocate on behalf of clients with various government and non-government agencies, both verbally and in writing.Ensure clients are assisted to access support services and establish community supports, and where needed are assisted through advocacy with service providers.You Will Have (Requisite Skills & Qualifications) Demonstrated Lived Experience of mental health and homelessness.Experience in supporting people who are experienced homelessness and/or mental health.Experience in or willingness to learn skills in co-facilitation of groups.Experience working with people who may not have English as a first language and knowledge of Local Aboriginal Communities and Culture.A Working with Children (Ochre Card) Vulnerable people check is required.A National police Record Check.A NT Drivers Licence (LR licence preferable or willing to obtain).What We Offer 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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