Assertive Outreach Worker

Salvation Army

Highgate, WA, Australia
Base: not specified; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
Assertive outreach in public spaces
Trauma-informed approach
Risk assessment and management
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities dedicated to transforming lives and futures for the better

Job Summary

  • The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities dedicated to transforming lives and futures for the better.
  • The role involves nightly roving outreach across the Perth CBD to engage adults in distress, offering calm, respectful, and practical support to reduce harm and reconnect them with services.
  • The Salvos offer a meaningful benefits package including NFP salary packaging, flexible working arrangements, employee assistance programs, and a supportive, inclusive culture.

Matching Summary

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities dedicated to transforming lives and futures for the better.

Salary

Base: Not specified; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 tax-free, Entertainment Benefit $2,650 tax-free, flexible working, employee assistance program, discounts, purchase leave scheme, generous parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • assertive outreach in public spaces
  • trauma-informed approach
  • risk assessment and management
  • collaboration with hospitals and agencies
  • after-hours and overnight shifts

Nice-to-have

  • strengths-based person-centred approach
  • non-judgemental communication
  • supportive and inclusive team environment

Key Requirements

  • Diploma in Community Services or related discipline desired
  • Significant experience in alcohol and other drug support
  • Current Senior First Aid Certificate
  • Current Driver’s Licence
  • Mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
  • Working with Children Check for child facing roles

Work Rights

Not specified

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