Complex Needs Coordinator

Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time

Salary: $113,022 - $136,747

Grade: VPS 5

Occupation: Community services

Location: Grampians - Ballarat

Reference: VG/DFFH/COPL/379061

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a

safe, respected and valued life.

Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+

equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are

disadvantaged and vulnerable.

We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across

metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be

worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse

backgrounds and abilities. .

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THE ROLE

The Complex Needs Coordinator provides consultation and coordination services for clients with complex support needs and is a single point of contact for service providers, clinicians or people seeking general information about complex needs service responses/interventions. Complex needs service responses/interventions include Multiple and Complex Needs Initiative (MACNI), the Support for High Risk Tenancies (SfHRT) program and broader complex needs responses.

The position will:

• Provide consultation and coordination services and facilitate service planning for clients with complex support needs, including MACNI and SfHRT clients
• facilitate relationships between departmental program areas and external services, as well as provide capacity building regarding support provision for clients with complex needs
• partner with service providers to develop integrated responses and promote practice excellence
• identify systems gaps, risk factors and training opportunities that will improve service systems for clients with complex needs
• support the Area Client Support and Housing unit and represent the program in various environments

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Provide or contribute to authoritative and expert advice and recommendations with a specific program or area-based focus, consistent with organisational goals and
• In collaboration with the relevant Manager, manage the allocation of resources within and the outputs required of the work area to achieve service delivery goals and
• Interpret and apply business plans and policies in own area of responsibility and provide advice to others on design and implementation

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HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs )

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.

Applications close Tuesday 9 September 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted

26 August 2025