Manager, Homelessness

4 days ago

Ballarat, Australia Uniting Vic.Tas Full time

**Lead homelessness programs across Western Metro & Central Highlands regions.**:

- **Join a bold and values-led organisation with a new strategy and structure.**:

- **Make a meaningful difference through operational and practice leadership.**

**Your new role**:
Step into a leadership role with community impact as the Manager, Homelessness Operations across Western Metro & Central Highlands. This role has the flexibility to be based in Werribee or Ballarat.

You’ll oversee a portfolio of homelessness programs including, prevention, community engagement, intake, assessment and support and play a key sector leadership role supporting local Homelessness alliances to prioritise and drive sector collaboration.

Working closely with our senior manager and practice partners, you’ll champion high-quality, trauma-informed service delivery, strengthen culture, and drive operational excellence that is aligned with Uniting’s 2030 Strategy: Strengthening the Foundations for Living.

You’ll also lead innovation, continuous improvement and help embed our therapeutic model of care, ensuring people are empowered, supported and connected in the ways that matter most.

**Benefits of working at Uniting**:

- Be part of a leadership team shaping the future of community services
- A senior operational leadership role with strong practice collaboration
- SCHADS Level 8, plus superannuation, salary packaging and 17.5% leave loading
- Hybrid work options and flexibility, with a base at our Werribee or Ballarat office
- Work in a values-driven organisation deeply committed to social justice and inclusion
- Strong internal support and opportunities for professional development

**Your skills and experience**:
You’re an experienced people leader or practice-informed professional, ready to step into a senior operational role.

You will also bring with you:

- Significant experience leading large community-service portfolios, ideally homelessness or housing support.
- Proven ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary teams focusing on safety, accountability and growth.
- Experience participating in community forums, influencing and negotiating with senior stakeholders and the ability to progress complex situations and achieve impact for the community.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in social work, psychology, community services or a related field and a current driver’s license.

View the position description.

**How to apply**:
For any questions, reach out to **Richard Attwood** on 03 9051 2086 during business hours for a chat.

**About Uniting**:
At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.

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