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V- Social Work (Student Placement)

CompanyThe Salvation Army
LocationMackay
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 13, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The student will shadow specialist family violence practitioners and provide administrative support to ensure the smooth running of programs. They will also meet regularly with a supervisor to meet professional development and competency requirements.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
38775
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
38 hours
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About The Company
The Salvation Army is the nation's largest direct provider of social services. Annually, we help millions overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code. By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country. The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
About the Role

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.
 

The Salvation Army Family Violence Services in Queensland provide place based, outreach and co-located services for victim-survivors of family and domestic violence. This includes crisis responses, case management, therapeutic services and specialist recovery services for children and young people. 

Taking up the role of Social Work Student, students undertaking placement at this service will gain valuable experience in a variety of practical and administrative activities to support the family violence services, whilst also meeting the competency requirements of their tertiary studies.  This placement is aimed at students who are currently studying in a relevant field and have a strong interest in family and domestic violence. This placement is for a fixed term according to the student’s course requirements.

This placement would be suitable for students in their second placement or with relevant work experience who are studying:

  • Social Work

  • Human Services

  • Counselling

  • Community Welfare  

Key responsibilities  

  • Shadow experienced Specialist Family Violence Practitioners and other members of a specialist team

  • Meet with work placement supervisor regularly to plan and discuss required placement activities and for supervision to meet professional development capabilities.

  • Students will observe and support the programs and activities by practically assisting with the smooth running of programs as well providing administrative support. 

  • Maintain confidentiality of interactions and information

  • Keep children safe by always abiding by Salvation Army’s child safe policies and code of conduct

Qualifications and skills (desired/required)

  • Be enrolled in a recognised Tertiary Educational Institute / RTO and enter into a formal Placement Agreement with The Salvation Army (TSA)

  • Keen interest in the challenges and opportunities of the Family Violence Services

  • A sound knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is highly desired

Background checks play an important part in our commitment to being a safe organisation. Below is what is required for this role.

As this role is a child-related role, it requires a Working with Children Check/Working with Vulnerable People Check

As this role involves dealing with confidential information, it requires a Police Check

Time Required & Commitment:

As agreed with Centre Manager. This volunteer role may require a short-term commitment of up to 38 hours per week to complete the education and training requirements for no longer than a period of 2 months duration.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal 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 related roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Additionally, certain volunteer roles may require a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

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

Key Skills
Case ManagementCrisis ResponseAdministrative SupportMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelConfidentialityChild SafetyTherapeutic Services
Categories
Social ServicesHealthcareAdministrative