Team Leader - Kalgoorlie-Boulder Youth Accommodation Service

at  The Salvation Army

Number of Positions Available:
1
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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.
Are you passionate about supporting young people in your community?
Why this role matters
The Salvation Army Youth Services offer an integrated suite of programs engaging with young people across Australia. Our services create intentional avenues for young people to explore opportunities, build support networks, and access, participate and contribute to their communities. Youth services provide a diverse range of programs which include housing and homelessness, driver training, education, employment, and training, AOD support, social and community activities, specialist therapeutic responses and youth justice programs.
The purpose of the role
This role will aim to deliver Kalgoorlie-Boulder Youth Accommodation Service in line with national youth services model of care and their journey to Independence. You will lead an effective and high functioning team of youth workers to deliver quality client-centred supported crisis accommodation for young people aged 15-24 years of age who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. Finally, you will coordinate and oversee all daily operations of the accommodation service.
This is a permanent, full-time position paid in accordance with the SCHADS award, level 6.

Your key responsibilities

• Provide specialist expertise to workers to resolve case concerns
• Ensuring service delivery data is recorded and appropriately maintained
• Leading practice development for the team
• Systems implemented for clear communication and handover between staff
• Reflective practices are implemented for the team and contribute to improved outcomes for young people
• Develop the capability of the team through coaching and training
• Performance or conduct issues are addressed with assistance from Program Manager as required

The ideal candidate would bring

• Degree qualification in Social Work, Welfare, Community Development or related field
• Demonstrated high level sector knowledge and skills attained through previous work roles, service and study/development
• Experience in leading and supervising staff
• WA Working with Children’s Check
• Drivers Licence
• National Police Record Check is required (completed by TSA during recruitment)
• First Aid Certificate (current or able to get within three months)

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

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. Do not delay in submitting your application today!
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 Collaboratio

• Provide specialist expertise to workers to resolve case concerns
• Ensuring service delivery data is recorded and appropriately maintained
• Leading practice development for the team
• Systems implemented for clear communication and handover between staff
• Reflective practices are implemented for the team and contribute to improved outcomes for young people
• Develop the capability of the team through coaching and training
• Performance or conduct issues are addressed with assistance from Program Manager as require