Housing Administration Worker

Full-time - 4-month Contract

Brunswick, VIC

**About the Organisation**:
At Baptcare, we care. Our Mission and Vision are lived through our WE CARE Values: for our residents, customers, clients, partners, and supporters; with the very young through to the very old, the vulnerable, with families through all of life’s stages and challenges.

Baptcare is a purpose driven organisation working across Victoria, Tasmania, and South Australia. Focused on providing residential and community care for older people and support to children, families, and people with disability, financially disadvantaged people and people seeking asylum.

Our Values are Wellbeing, Ethics, Co-creating, Accountability, Respect and Effectiveness.

**About the Role**:
Baptcare Affordable Housing (BAH) is an innovative and unique Community Housing Organisation. BAH built Australia’s first highly energy-efficient PassivHauses for social housing and are in the midst of an exciting period of growth to continue to play our part in responding to the challenges of Australia’s housing crisis.

This is an opportunity to join our small, highly supportive team at one of the Australian Financial Review’s 2022 ‘Best Places to Work’ and make a real difference in lives of our current and future renters.

The Housing Administration Worker’s primary focus is to provide a high standard of administrative support to the BAH team during this time, by undertaking a range of tasks in support of key operational functions. Additionally, you will participate in projects being undertaken to improve systems, procedures and record keeping.

**Key Selection Criteria**:
A meticulous and thorough approach to work, consistently demonstrating an unwavering commitment to accuracy and precision.

Proven ability to effectively identify, analyse, and resolve challenges in various work situations.

Demonstrated ability to think critically and offer innovative solutions to complex problems, contributing to the overall success of the team.

Capacity to work highly effectively in a dynamic team environment with competing priorities.

Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated skills in time management, prioritisation, planning and organisation.

Strong IT literacy, including Microsoft Office and experience with management of electronic filing systems and databases.

Alignment and commitment to Baptcare’s Mission, Vision and Values

About You

You are passionate about continuing to grow your career in the Property/Housing and Homelessness space. Solutions focused and up for making a difference, you align your approach to strategy to achieve organisational and divisional goals. You are a true business partner that instils trust in your stakeholders by demonstrating integrity and accountability.

Working as part of a close-knit team, you collaborate with and support others, demonstrating respect in your day-to-day actions.

**You will ideally bring the following**:
Relevant and transferable experience in a comparable role

Tertiary qualification in a relevant field

Strong communications skills, including written and verbal communication

Sound Office Administration skills to a high standard, including the use of Microsoft Office Software (particularly Word, Excel and Outlook).

Previous experience in housing or community services desirable

Satisfactory National Crime Check, renewed every three (3) years

Driver’s Licence and own reliable vehicle

Full and ongoing Right to Work in Australia

**Benefits**:
Baptcare is focused on living our values, not just talking about them. You’ll find the culture at Baptcare is one of genuine respect, support, and positive intention. We work hard to achieve results through change, continuous improvement, and ongoing focus on providing the best service delivery to our stakeholders.

A competitive salary, plus access to the tax benefits of salary packaging and novated leasing.

Access to confidential counselling and support services.

Be part of an organisation and a team that is driven to make a difference to the lives of our vulnerable community members.

Opportunity to make a significant contribution.

**How to Apply**:
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check.

Must have had or be willing to get two COVID vaccinations.

Baptcare is committed to building a respectful and inclusive workplace, appointing the best person for the role, and supporting diversity. We welcome applicants who may require adjustments.

Baptcare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children and young people to feel safe and respected.