The Royal Children's Hospital

Cairns Street Chaplain – Assistant Team Leader

The Royal Children's Hospital  •  Commonwealth of Australia (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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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.

About the role

We are seeking a values-driven and dedicated Assistant CSC Team Leader to join our team at Cairns Corps! You will be responsible to assist with the operation and administration of the Cairns Street Chaplains Limited Services. Additionally, you will support activities aligned with the strategic direction consistent with the mission and values of TSA.

Reporting to the Team Leader, this is a permanent part-time position, 4 hours per week, based in Cairns, QLD.

You will successfully

  • Assist the Team Leader and support with street outreach program (including overnight program), assisting with management of volunteers
  • Greet community members and provide rest and recovery assistance, offering referral pathways as needed
  • Advance TSA’s reputation in the community by supporting the seamless provision of client-focused care and services
  • Provide high standard of customer service to all stakeholders and participate in continuous improvement processes for service delivery
  • Serve as an on-call Team Leader and oversee volunteer engagement when required
  • Actively participate as a team member while supporting the achievement of organisational strategies
  • Assist Team Leader to ensure vehicle and equipment is clean, fully stocked with supplies, garaged and available as required; report any issues
  • Ensure incident reports are completed in accordance with procedure, maintain the database and generate weekly statistical reports
  • Support leadership by participating in professional development

You will have

  • Certificate IV in Administration, Community Services and/or equivalent relevant experience is highly desired
  • Experience in a similar role and/or within the community services sector
  • Employment history with a not-for-profit organisation (desirable)
  • Intermediate computer skills with the ability to use Word, Excel, Outlook and Powerpoint
  • A Working with Children (Blue Card) is required
  • A current and valid Driver’s Licence
  • A valid First Aid Certificate
  • Willing to be flexible with work hours and days, including overnight shifts

What we offer

  • As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;
  • Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days)
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.
  • Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.

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. W e 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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

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

The Royal Children's Hospital

About The Royal Children's Hospital

The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) has been providing outstanding care for Victoria's children and their families for over 147 years.

We are the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and our care extends to children from Tasmania, southern New South Wales and other states around Australia and overseas.

With a passionate, highly skilled and committed staff campus wide of over 5,000, we provide a full range of clinical services, tertiary care and health promotion and prevention programs for children and young people.

We are the designated state-wide major trauma centre for paediatrics in Victoria and a Nationally Funded Centre for cardiac and liver transplantation.

When it comes to training and research we partner with the very best. Our campus partners, the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute (MCRI) and The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics, along with the RCH Foundation, are on site with the hospital in Parkville. Together, we are committed to improving the health outcomes for children today and in the future.

In 2016–17, more than 85,654 children attended our Emergency Department, 322,291 specialist clinic appointments were held which was almost 70,000 more than the previous year, more than 17,000 surgeries were performed and more than 48,552 children were admitted to our wards.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Parkville, AU
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
org.au
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