Housing Support Worker
Job No:
CTC103
Location:
Kingaroy
Housing Support Worker
- Engage with and support individuals and couples who are homeless
- Support individuals and couples who are homeless through brokerage and case management
- Work collaboratively with accommodation providers including hotels, motels, real estates and public and community housing providers
About South Burnett CTC Inc (CTC)
South Burnett CTC Inc (CTC) is a not-for-profit community organisation providing support to disadvantaged people of all backgrounds and ages in areas including Foster Care, Residential Care, Youth & Family Services, Domestic and Family Violence Services, Disability Services and our Gumnut Place Social Enterprise. We provide a range of services through the South Burnett area with teams operating from Kingaroy, Wondai, Nanango and Murgon.
Position Description
As a Housing Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in engaging with clients, and providing essential support to individuals and couples experiencing homelessness. Your responsibilities include assisting clients in accessing short-term accommodations, developing personalised plans, and helping them navigate housing systems to secure, safe and sustainable housing.
Candidate Profile
- Qualifications in community work, community development, human services or related fields
- Experience in community engagement and social work
- Ability to actively engage with complex clients
- Familiarity with rental, housing, and employment assistant and Centrelink systems is desirable
Salary and Benefits
Level 3 ($36.00 per hour) as per the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 (SCHCADS), plus salary packaging benefits.
- Flexible working hours
- Employee Assistance Program
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
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Applications close 12 May 2024