Job Summary:
The Salvation Army Homelessness Services are committed to providing opportunities that support each person to find their purpose, develop positive relationships and experience a sense of community. Everything we do will be underpinned by our core values demonstrated within our daily practice and measured against our priorities of Transformation, Integration, Discipleship and Effectiveness. The Booth Centre is a residential Lifehouse accommodating up to 46 homeless vulnerable adults and we are looking for a Support Worker to join our team.
Key Responsibilities:
The role of Support Worker with The Salvation Army is an inspirational one and key to achieving successful outcomes for our vulnerable clients. As a motivated and dynamic Support Worker you will be responsible for developing and delivering a high-quality programme of support which promotes client choice and control. You will address client support needs, enable them to achieve positive life changes and ultimately empower them to lead more sustainable lifestyles.
The successful candidate(s) will be able to demonstrate:
1. Knowledge of the benefits system and an understanding of supported housing funding streams and reporting requirements
2. Good verbal and written communication skills
3. A passion for transforming the lives of people experiencing homelessness