Homestay Support Specialist

5 days ago


Townsville, Queensland, Australia Australian Red Cross Full time
About Us

Australian Red Cross is a leading humanitarian organisation that supports and empowers people in times of vulnerability.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Homestay Support Specialist to join our team in Townsville, QLD. As a key member of our homelessness program, you will work across multiple services to provide individualised support to clients at risk of or experiencing homelessness.

Salary and Benefits

This role offers a competitive salary from $85,145.84 + superannuation + access to salary packaging, as well as a range of benefits including flexible working arrangements, paid 'Me' days, and career development opportunities.

About the Role

In this position, you will be responsible for providing casework and individualised support to clients to meet their identified goals. This will involve working collaboratively with other agencies and organisations to source appropriate support for clients, operating from a strength-based and capacity-building framework.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide holistic assessment of client needs and develop case plans
  • Work competently with staff and clients from diverse backgrounds
  • Develop effective interpersonal and written communication skills
  • Contribute to interagency collaboration and lead collaboration, advocacy, and networking with internal and external stakeholders
  • Adapt to changing circumstances and work independently as part of a team
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Sound casework and case management experience
  • Well-developed interpersonal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse groups and individuals
  • Demonstrated effectiveness in contributing to interagency collaboration
Join Our Team

Australian Red Cross strives to create a safe and inclusive culture with wellbeing at its centre. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.



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