Youth Housing Supports Practitioner

Empower young people to achieve their goals Join our team as a Case Manager, providing support, advocacy, and outreach to help them build stable lives. Work collaboratively with community partners to achieve a holistic service., located in Morwell 3840

About the Role:

- Work Life-Balance – Salary packaging | Flexi time

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Case Management for Homeless Youth: The role involves providing comprehensive case management support to young people aged 16-24 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. This includes assessing their needs, developing personalized support plans, and connecting them with appropriate resources and services.

Program Delivery : The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering a range of support services within two programs: Creating Connections and Transitional Support. These programs aim to help young people achieve suitable housing outcomes and enhance their life and living skills.

Collaboration with Team: The role requires working closely with the Youth Housing Supports team to ensure that young people receive the support they need to achieve positive outcomes. This involves sharing information, coordinating services, and advocating for the needs of young people.

Adherence to Guidelines and Policies: The successful candidate must be knowledgeable about and adhere to program guidelines, organisational policies, and procedures. This ensures that all support provided is consistent, ethical, and effective.

Youth-Focused Approach: The role demands a commitment to working with young people in a supportive and empowering way. The successful candidate will need to build rapport with young people, listen to their needs, and help them develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed.

The Ideal Candidate will bring:

- Empathy and Understanding: The candidate should possess a deep understanding of the challenges faced by young people in housing situations. Empathy is crucial for building rapport, providing effective support, and advocating for their needs.
- Strong Communication Skills: Effective communication is essential for building relationships with young people, collaborating with partner agencies, and advocating for their needs. The candidate should be able to communicate clearly, actively listen, and adapt their communication style to different individuals and situations.
- Organisational and Time Management Skills : The role requires managing multiple cases, coordinating with various agencies, and maintaining accurate records. A strong ability to organise tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines is crucial for success in this position.
- Valid Victorian Driver’s Licence |Working with Children Check |Police Check
- Minimum of Diploma in Community Services and experience appropriate to the field (refer to Position Description).

Benefits of working at Quantum:

- Job Security – 1EFT (38 Hours p/w) | Fixed Term 12 months
- Salary – SCHADS Award Level 5 | $100,776 P/A | + Superannuation | Annual indexation | Portable long service leave | Leave opportunities.
- Promotional opportunities within the Organisation.

How to apply:

For further information and to review the Position Description please refer to the attached document.

To apply please click on the “Apply now” link and follow the prompts to submit your detailed cover letter, current resume and 3 referees.

For more information about this opportunity contact Leeanne Clark on 1800 243 455.

**Applications will be progressed to interview as they are received.

Quantum is a child safe organisation who believes the celebration of diversity makes us and the community stronger. We are committed to embracing everyone’s individual differences so that we can help create a strong workplace and community that is empowered to reach its potential.

Quantum Support Services is committed to the safety of children and young people. Quantum is a child safe organisation, all decisions we make are governed by our belief that all children and young people have the right to be protected from all forms of harm. We believe all children and young people have a right to express their views, and we are committed to providing children and young people to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives. Quantum values and promotes the cultural safety for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and those from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. Our agency complies with the National Child Safe Principals and Victorian Child Safe Standards.Quantum Support Services, has a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or maltreatment. Any suspected physical and/or sexual abuse or maltreatment must and will be reported both internally and externally, this will include Victoria Police and Child Protection.

If you believe a child is at immediate risk of harm and/or abuse, please call ‘000’. You can also contact Child Protection in Victoria on 13 12 78.

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Quantum believes the celebration of diversity makes us and the community stronger. We are committed to embracing everyone’s individual differences so that we can help create a strong workplace and community that is empowered to reach its potential. We celebrate diversity of ability, gender, sexuality and spiritual or religious belief along with all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Quantum recognises that we all have diverse life experiences that may be influenced by age, ability, social and financial status. Quantum supports everyone’s right to feel respected, safe, welcome and valued.

Quantum Support Services is committed to the safety of children and young people. Quantum is a child safe organisation, all decisions we make are governed by our belief that all children and young people have the right to be protected from all forms of harm. We believe all children and young people have a right to express their views, and we are committed to providing children and young people to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives. Quantum values and promotes the cultural safety for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and those from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. Our agency complies with the National Child Safe Principals and Victorian Child Safe Standards. Quantum Support Services, has a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or maltreatment. Any suspected physical and/or sexual abuse or maltreatment must and will be reported both internally and externally, this will include Victoria Police and Child Protection.

If you believe a child is at immediate risk of harm and/or abuse, please call ‘000’. You can also contact Child Protection in Victoria on 13 12 78.

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