Youth Housing Worker

Introduction

Join a team of youth and housing workers and support young people at risk.

• Two part-time maximum-term contracts (0.9 FTE and 0.8 FTE) ending in 2026
• $86,950.50 pro rata plus super and salary packaging plus other benefits

Description

YES Housing (Youth Externally Supported Housing) supports young people aged 15 - 25 years, many of whom are Aboriginal, who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, to access and maintain stable, longer term housing. The program, using a strength-based case management approach, also supports young people to develop independent living skills and skills needed to maintain a tenancy. As a Youth Worker in YES Housing you will:

• 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

Contract Opportunities

• A 0.8 FTE (30 hours per week) contract for 5 months, concluding in March 2026.
• A 0.9 FTE (33.75 hours per week) contract for 12 months, concluding in October 2026.

Skills and Experiences

You are passionate about delivering quality case management and support incorporating approaches that are person centred, strengths based and trauma informed. Aboriginal applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

To thrive in this role you will ideally have:

• Sufficient demonstrated experience working with young at-risk people
• Demonstrated experience delivering strengths-based case management
• Highly developed communication skills and solid experience in working with Aboriginal people and community groups
• Demonstrated ability to engage and build strong relationships with and motivate at-risk young people
• Understanding of youth housing services and accommodation systems
• Comfort using IT devices and computer-based data management systems

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 also possess a current National Police Clearance valid within one year, a valid Working With Children Check, a valid Provide First Aid Certificate and a WA Drivers Licence.

Impact and Benefits

Sharing your knowledge, skills and experience, you will make an impact to the lives of young people and our communities across the state.

In return for your drive and commitment, we provide the support of an inclusive and welcoming community which places people at the heart of all the work we do and encourages broad thinking, curiosity, creativity and best practice.

Remuneration and Benefits

• $86,950 full-time equivalent salary per annum pro rata + 12% superannuation
• In addition to your remuneration, you will enjoy generous tax-free salary packaging benefits where you can package up to $15,900 per annum and not pay tax on that amount.
• Flexible, family/life friendly working conditions

Why join us?

At Anglicare WA we are all about people, placing people at the heart of our work. We are focused on strengths, believing in and amplifying the strength of people and communities. We are inclusive, making sure everyone can belong. As trusted partners we are curious and creative, always looking for new ways to do better. We are courageous and gutsy, tackling difficult issues, even when it's hard.

But don\'t take our word for it Here is what our people think:

• "Anglicare WA has a culture which celebrates people, the communities we work for and works in innovative ways with leadership who are connected with the work, everyone feels comfortable to be their unique selves here."
• "Anglicare WA is really great at living and breathing our values everyday across the organisation, celebrating the diversity within our workforce, doing things differently, constantly trying to break down barriers for clients and families, making new employees feel welcome, great communication"
• "Anglicare WA supports flexible working (incl WFH). As a single parent my leaders have always been approachable and understanding. I really appreciate being part of an organisation that respects my responsibilities as a parent."

Apply

If the opportunity to develop your career in an organisation whose values align with yours excites you then we want to hear from you. 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

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 strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQ+ and people with a disability. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

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.

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