Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Homelessness Support Specialist

5 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeAboriginal Full time $63,000 - $84,000

Homelessness Support Worker

We are seeking an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person to work in partnership with Kirrip Aboriginal Corporation and Western Metropolitan Homelessness Service. This casual position is instrumental in providing an immediate crisis response to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people experiencing homelessness and assessing those at risk of homelessness and providing referrals to address their housing needs.

You will successfully provide high level initial support to those experiencing homelessness and related stresses by conducting thorough assessments, referrals and housing related information, allocate, monitor, and review resources to those on the prioritisation waiting list to source crisis accommodation for those in primary need.

This casual position reports to the Access Point Coordinator located at Kirrip Aboriginal Corporation in Melton South VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Award level 4.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Understanding of and commitment to The Salvation Army's mission and values
  • Understanding and connection to local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
  • Lived experience
  • Demonstrated knowledge of homelessness including context causes issues philosophies and legislation
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander homelessness including causes and issues
  • Knowledge of lifestyle pressures faced by disadvantaged Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the community
  • Previous experience working within the homelessness sector or keen interest to develop a career in the homelessness sector
  • Certificate III or Diploma of Community Services
  • Valid VIC Employee Working with Children Check
  • Ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in Australia
  • National Police Check prior to commencement

This casual position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only as TSA considers that being Aboriginal or a Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for the position under the special measures of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 VIC.

Benefits:

  • Flexible working conditions
  • NFP salary packaging
  • Meals and entertainment benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Independent confidential counselling service
  • Financial retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
  • Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks
  • Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity

An Inclusive Culture:

We have a dedicated passionate and professional team who are positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through their career contribution.

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