Senior Case Manager – Leongatha

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.

The Salvation Army (Salvos) Youth Services encompasses a range of programs for vulnerable young people, their families, and the community. Our services have a strong focus on prevention and early intervention and enable access to safe accommodation options, holistic case management, community outreach programs and programs that teach vital independent living skills. Our centres are safe and supportive environments creating an ideal environment for growth, where participants feel believed in, valued, listened to, and respected.

We are seeking a dedicated Senior Case Manager to provide advanced case management support, specialist practice guidance, and quality assurance expertise. You will be working with young people facing complex challenges, including homelessness, family violence, mental health concerns, alcohol and other drug (AOD) issues, and family breakdown. Through intensive, therapeutic, and evidence-informed interventions, you will empower young people to build resilience, achieve positive outcomes, and create pathways toward stability, wellbeing, and independence. Reporting to the Outer South Program Manager, this is a permanent full-time position, based on-site in Leongatha, VIC. Conditions compensation is in accordance with the SCHADS Award Level 6.

How you will make an impact:

• Provide specialist case management and consultation for young people with a range of support needs.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to working within a trauma and psychologically informed environment (PIE).
• Ensure support provided to young people is strengths-based and aligned with the Salvation Army Youth Stream's Journey to Independence Model of Care.
• Work as a member of the Outer South leadership team to ensure the Leongatha youth services team practice is compliant with expectations around risk, safety and governance.
• Support staff through expert guidance on complex cases, risk management, and critical incidents.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to strengthen service integration and outcomes for vulnerable young people across the Gippsland region.

What you will bring:

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Welfare, Community Development or related field.
• A minimum of three years' experience in a social service environment preferably in the youth sector.
• Working knowledge of the challenges, risk, screening process and supervision.
• A current Employee Working with Children Check.
• A current VIC Driver's Licence.

What we offer:

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.
• 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.
• 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. 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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration. At the Salvos, we believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better.

When you work with the Salvos, you help make a real difference to the community and the lives of others.

The Salvation Army encourages people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that accepts and recognises every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all people to achieve their highest potential.