Youth Housing Worker

Join to apply for the Youth Housing Worker role at Anglicare WA.

There are two maximum-term contracts available: a 0.8 FTE (30 hours per week) contract for 5 months, concluding in March 2026, and a 0.9 FTE (33.75 hours per week) contract for 12 months, concluding in October 2026.

Salary: $86,950.50 pro rata plus superannuation and salary packaging plus other benefits.

• Assess young people applying to access the YES Housing program
• Liaise with community agencies, Department of Housing, Community Housing providers and real estate agents to support young people into accommodation
• Empower young people to live independently by providing a high-quality case management service
• Work collaboratively with key stakeholders identified in a young person's case management plan

• A diploma or tertiary level qualification in Youth Work, Social Work or a related discipline is highly desired, but not essential for this role
• The successful candidate must possess a current National Police Clearance valid within one year
• A valid Working With Children Check
• A valid Provide First Aid Certificate
• A WA Drivers Licence
• Sufficient demonstrated experience working with young people at risk and delivering strengths-based case management
• Highly developed communication skills and experience in working with Aboriginal people and community groups
• An understanding of youth housing services and accommodation systems
• Ability to engage and build strong relationships with and motivate at-risk young people

• Contribute to the lives of young people and communities across the state
• Join an inclusive and welcoming community focused on people-first values
• Flexible, family/life friendly working conditions

To apply, please click on the apply button and follow the prompts attaching a current detailed resume and covering letter. For further information please contact Cris Marcelino, YES Housing Coordinator on 9263 2062. Applications close once suitable candidates have been identified; please apply without delay.

Legal and organizational statements: Child Safe: Anglicare WA is committed to providing safe environments where children and young people feel valued, respected and are protected from abuse and harm. Inclusive: We actively promote a working environment that values diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQ+ and people with a disability. Uluru Statement from the Heart: Anglicare WA supports the Uluru Statement from the Heart and is committed to walking alongside First Nations people in a movement of the Australian people for a better future. Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.