Why this role matters
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.

About the role

As the Client Services Coordinator, you will lead a dedicated team of case managers delivering high-quality support to young people aged 16-25 who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness, ensuring services are aligned with the Journey to Independence Model and Psychologically Informed Environment (PIE) framework. Working across our refuge in St Kilda and supporting case managers in their outreach support across the Inner and Middle South regions of Melbourne, you will drive service excellence through strong leadership, operational oversight, stakeholder collaboration, and a commitment to achieving positive outcomes for young people.

Reporting to the Program Manager, this is a permanent full-time position, based on-site in St Kilda, VIC.

Conditions
Compensation is in accordance with the SCHADS Award Level 6.

How you will make an impact

What you will bring

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Social Science or related field required
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to support and supervise staff to achieve high-quality service outcomes
• Demonstrated experience delivering case management services within homelessness, youth, or community services settings
• Strong written, verbal, and digital communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and respond effectively within a fast-paced crisis accommodation environment
• A current Employee Working with Children Check
• A current valid Driver's Licence

What we offer
The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:

• 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

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. 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