Accommodation Coordinator - Foyer Central

Uniting; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ex-gratia leave days (up to 5)

Job summary

Uniting in Sydney's Chippendale area is hiring an Accommodation Team Leader for a permanent full-time role (35 hours/week). You will supervise Youth Development Coaches, mentor staff, and ensure young people maintain tenancy and engage in the Foyer Central program.

You will collaborate with housing providers like St George Community Housing to address tenancy issues, arrears, and education, while building connections with community services and specialists.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of leadership experience supervising staff.
• Experience with trauma-informed, strengths-based practice.
• Strong networking with housing providers and services.
• Knowledge of tenancy management and arrears processes.
• Current NSW Driver's Licence and WWCC.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Youth Development Coaches.
• Support young people to engage in the program and sustain tenancy.
• Liaise with St George Community Housing on tenancy matters.
• Manage arrears reporting and tenancy education activities.
• Participate in on-call roster every 4–6 weeks.
• Oversee administration, audits, and rostering for YDCs.

Skills

Leadership

Networking

Stakeholder engagement

Trauma-informed approach

Advantaged Thinking

Rostering

Tenancy management

Staff coaching

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Social Sciences, Community Services, or a related field

Job description

About the role

This is a permanent full-time (35 hours / week) opportunity based in Chippendale. As the Accommodation Team Leader, you will play a vital leadership role, mentoring and supervising a team of Youth Development Coaches (YDCs) while ensuring young people are supported to maintain their tenancy and actively engage in the program. You will work closely with housing providers, including St George Community Housing, to address tenancy issues, arrears management, and tenancy education. You will also be a key community connector, building strong relationships with local housing providers, community services, and specialist support programs.

About Foyer

Foyer Central is an innovative, evidence-based program supporting young people aged 18-22 with a lived experience of out-of-home care. Located in the heart of Sydney, Foyer Central provides 53 studio apartments and a safe, supportive environment where young people can build their independence through education, employment, and personal development.

About the role (Responsibilities)

• Lead & Mentor a Team: Provide supervision, coaching, and professional development to a team of Youth Development Coaches who directly support young people.


• Support Young People's Independence: Assist young people to engage in the program, manage their tenancy, and develop life skills for independent living.


• Housing & Tenancy Support: Liaise with St George Community Housing on tenancy matters, arrears reports, and room checks, while ensuring a proactive approach to tenancy education.


• Crisis & Incident Response: Support young people in critical incidents and participate in the on-call roster every 4-6 weeks.


• Community Engagement & Networking: Build partnerships with housing providers, real estate agents, community organisations, and specialist services to enhance opportunities for young people.


• Administration & Compliance: Oversee documentation, participate in audits (case file reviews), and manage rostering for YDCs.

About You (Requirements)

• At least two years of leadership experience, including staff supervision and coaching young people towards independent living.


• Strong networking and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build productive relationships with housing providers, community organisations, and support services.


• A deep understanding of the challenges faced by young people leaving care.


• Experience working within a strengths-based, trauma-informed framework, with a commitment to Advantaged Thinking (or a willingness to learn).


• Excellent organisational and communication skills, including experience with rostering, case documentation, and tenancy management.


• Tertiary qualifications in Social Sciences, Community Services, or a related field.


• Current NSW Drivers Licence, Working with Children Check (WWCC), and National Police Check.

Why Work at Uniting

• To have a career that matters in an organisation that focuses on making an impact


• Training and supervision with the opportunity to improve and learn new skills.


• You receive up to 5 ex-gratia days (on top of annual leave)

Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, including National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, and Reference Checks.