Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Homelessness Worker

The Trustee For The Salvation Army Victoria Property Trust

Coburg North, Victoria, Australia
Schads level 5; salary pyckaging up to $15,900 tax...
Aboriginal and torres strait islander identity
Degree in social work or community services
Experience supporting homeless individuals
The role involves providing culturally safe and responsive support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people referred through the court system who are at risk of homelessness

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing culturally safe and responsive support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people referred through the court system who are at risk of homelessness.
  • Candidates must hold a degree level qualification in Social Work or community services and possess strong knowledge of homelessness services.
  • The position offers salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free, generous paid parental leave, and access to specialized pastoral care networks.

Matching Summary

The role involves providing culturally safe and responsive support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people referred through the court system who are at risk of homelessness.

Salary

SCHADS Level 5; Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit; Generous Paid Parental leave and Compassionate Leave included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity
  • Degree in Social Work or community services
  • Experience supporting homeless individuals
  • Trauma-informed support knowledge
  • Current Victorian Driver's Licence

Nice-to-have

  • Understanding of complex needs and family violence
  • Strong relationship building with courts
  • Cultural connection to local communities
  • Ability to work independently
  • Willingness to travel regionally

Key Requirements

  • Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent required
  • Degree in Social Work or equivalent experience
  • Current Victorian Driver's Licence mandatory
  • Working with Children Check required
  • Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check required

Work Rights

Must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent

Tailored Resume

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