Part-Time Housing Case Manager - Impactful Homelessness Support

Work Initiatives; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 74,000 - 77,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax-adv

Parental leave benefit

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Training and development opportunities

Meaningful, purpose-driven work

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Horsham, VIC is seeking a Housing Case Manager to assess and support clients who are homeless or at risk. This permanent part-time role may include back-up support for other homelessness programs and travel to surrounding LGAs.

Reporting to the Team Leader, the position is 0.75 FTE and located on-site. Compensation is SCHADS Award Level 5 with an hourly rate of $53.43–$55.85 plus superannuation.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Social Work or a related field.
• Experience in working with vulnerable people.
• A current Victorian Drivers Licence.
• A current and valid Employee Working with Children's Check.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive client intake assessments and connect clients to information, support and referrals.
• Provide outreach support and attend alternative service locations as needed to meet client needs.
• Deliver practical and emotional support through ongoing client engagement and holistic case plans.
• Assist clients to make informed housing decisions by developing realistic exit plans and conducting exit interviews.
• Coordinate referrals to community services, training opportunities, employment programs and other supports to promote independence.
• Maintain accurate case notes, reports and data entry and participate in CQI activities.

Skills

Experience with vulnerable people

Education

Tertiary qualification in Social Work or related field

Tools

Victorian Drivers Licence

Working with Children Check

Job description

The Salvation Army in Horsham, VIC is seeking a Housing Case Manager to assess and support clients who are homeless or at risk. This permanent part-time role may include back-up support for other homelessness programs and travel to surrounding LGAs.

Reporting to the Team Leader, the position is 0.75 FTE and located on-site. Compensation is SCHADS Award Level 5 with an hourly rate of $53.43–$55.85 plus superannuation.