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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.
Homelessness Team Leader position - part time (4 days per week). This role oversees Homelessness Case Managers.
Why this role matters
The Salvation Army (Salvos) is one of the largest providers of homelessness services across the country. Our philosophy is that every person should be afforded dignity and respect and that no one should be without a safe, affordable, and secure home. We provide services and supports to adults and families through accommodation, case management, assertive outreach, financial assistance, community connection and referral services.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader to lead a high-performing team of Case Managers delivering client-centred support to individuals experiencing homelessness within the Gateways Program.
This role is responsible for driving service excellence, ensuring delivery against performance targets, and maintaining compliance with organisational and funding requirements. Working in alignment with national and state strategies and the National Homelessness Stream Model of Care, the Team Leader will play a key role in shaping responsive, high-quality services that support positive outcomes for clients.
Reporting to the Gateways Program Manager, this is a permanent part-time position, 30.4 hours per week, based in Croydon, VIC.
Conditions
Compensation is in accordance with SCHADS Level 6.
How you will make an impact
What you will bring
What we offer
Eligible employees can access a meaningful and supportive employment experience, including:
How to apply
If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role.
Together we can build a brighter future.
Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured .
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 (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.
