Case Worker - Homelessness Support (Part-Time, Flexible)

UnitingCare Health Pty Ltd.; Clare; On-site; AUD 53,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NFP salary packaging

Flexible work arrangements

12 weeks paid parental leave

2 weeks paid partner leave

Diversity and inclusive leave

Job summary

UnitingCare Queensland is seeking a Part-time Case Worker to support families experiencing homelessness through the Clare Homes Supported Accommodation Program. You will deliver rapid housing assistance, conduct trauma-informed assessments, and coordinate referrals to services while maintaining clear case notes.

The role requires a Diploma or higher in social work or related field, excellent communication, and the ability to work both autonomously and in a team.

Qualifications

• tertiary qualification in social work, human services, community services or related field is essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for assessments and records.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver rapid and coordinated housing support to families in crisis.
• Apply strengths-based and trauma-informed practice in all interactions.
• Respond to referrals and link families to services via warm referrals.
• Maintain case notes and records with privacy and duty-of-care compliance.
• Identify risks and work with families to develop safety plans where needed.
• Participate in supervision, reflect on practice, and support worker wellbeing.
• Represent UnitingCare professionally with stakeholders and partners.
• Undertake other duties within the role's scope as required.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Trauma-informed practice

Education

Diploma minimum in social work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

UnitingCare Queensland is seeking a Part-time Case Worker to support families experiencing homelessness through the Clare Homes Supported Accommodation Program. You will deliver rapid housing assistance, conduct trauma-informed assessments, and coordinate referrals to services while maintaining clear case notes.

The role requires a Diploma or higher in social work or related field, excellent communication, and the ability to work both autonomously and in a team.