Counsellor
The Salvation Army Australia
Date: 23 hours ago
City: Adelaide, South Australia
Contract type: Full time
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.
Be the Hope Behind the Healing – Join Us as a Counsellor
Why this role matters
At The Salvation Army Australia, we know that a safe home, human dignity, and the opportunity to heal can change everything. Our Homelessness Stream exists to walk alongside people facing some of life’s most difficult circumstances — whether they’re at risk of or experiencing homelessness. We offer more than accommodation; we offer connection, advocacy, compassion, and a path forward.
About The Opportunity
We are inviting a skilled and compassionate Counsellor to join our newly expanded Kurlana Padnipadninya program. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including healthcare providers, to walk alongside clients in their recovery journey — offering trauma-informed counselling and person-centred case management. You will be a trusted support, helping people regain their footing and rebuild their lives with dignity.
This a full time, permanent, position located in Adelaide.
Your Day-to-day Impact Will Include
You’re someone who listens deeply, responds with care, and believes in the power of connection and community.
As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;
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
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.
Be the Hope Behind the Healing – Join Us as a Counsellor
Why this role matters
At The Salvation Army Australia, we know that a safe home, human dignity, and the opportunity to heal can change everything. Our Homelessness Stream exists to walk alongside people facing some of life’s most difficult circumstances — whether they’re at risk of or experiencing homelessness. We offer more than accommodation; we offer connection, advocacy, compassion, and a path forward.
About The Opportunity
We are inviting a skilled and compassionate Counsellor to join our newly expanded Kurlana Padnipadninya program. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including healthcare providers, to walk alongside clients in their recovery journey — offering trauma-informed counselling and person-centred case management. You will be a trusted support, helping people regain their footing and rebuild their lives with dignity.
This a full time, permanent, position located in Adelaide.
Your Day-to-day Impact Will Include
- Respond to referrals in a timely manner and conduct intake and assessments for new clients as required.
- Develop and build strong working relationships and working protocols in line with leadership with external stakeholders.
- Implement a flexible, proactive, trauma informed, and client-centred approach to support clients and ensure rights are upheld, interactions are respectful and free from discrimination, with cultural safety at the centre.
- Provide counselling and undertake case management tasks to support allocated caseload of clients
- Undertake all aspects of case management including developing individualised care plans with clients and supporting clients to access a range of services including health, housing, and other supports.
You’re someone who listens deeply, responds with care, and believes in the power of connection and community.
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in health or social Sciences
- Minimum of 2 years case management experience in a similar role
- Understanding of Trauma Informed Care and what it looks like in practice.
- Knowledge and experience within the homelessness and mental health sector.
- Experience supporting and mentoring other staff in a team environment.
- A current SA driver’s license.
As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;
- NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)
- Flexible working conditions
- Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits
- Paid parental leave - 12 weeks
- Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
- Up to 5 days paid leave per year to ‘volunteer’ in a TSA program or activity
- Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;
- Opportunity for career development;
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
- Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
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
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