September 5, 2024

The Salvation Army

Darwin

PART TIME

Peer Support Worker

Number of Positions Available:

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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. You will work alongside case managers, providing support and hope for recovery to the clients in the program. The Support Worker is responsible for supporting clients and case mangers as directed by the Team Leander.

About the role

We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Peer Support Worker, at our Darwin Location. Reporting to the Open House Senior Case Manager. This is a fixed-term, part-time position offering 30 hours per week until the 30th June, 2026.

Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award, level 3.

You will successfully

Provide the opportunity for clients to engage in recreational activities and/or recovery related activities.
Provide transport to clients participating in program
Maintain regular communication with all team members.
Establish and maintain professional relationships with residents.
Provide an immediate and appropriate response to incidents that impact on resident safety and security in accordance with site policies and procedure

You will have (Requisite Skills & Qualifications)

Lived experience, or supported someone with mental health and homelessness, and have intimate knowledge surrounding this.
An understanding of what contributes to recovery from a lived experience perspective.
Experience in supporting people who are struggling with mental health and or homelessness, including volunteer work.
Experience in or willingness to learn skills in co-facilitation of groups

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 National Police Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration