Accommodation Case Worker

Job Description

When you join MercyCare, you join something bigger. A community of staff that make a difference at the heart of the community. As a leading Western Australian not-for-profit provider of aged care, family, community, early learning and disability services we support people throughout life’s journey. We invest in our people by building rewarding careers, offering training and development opportunities and a values-driven culture where our people can belong and thrive.

About the role

We have a permanent full-time opportunity working within our Youth and Homelessness team as an Accommodation Case Worker.

This role will provide case management and tenancy support to our clients including practical tenancy support, life skills, referrals, advocacy and parenting support. You’ll also use a supportive landlord model to provide a strength-based approach to tenancy and the development of tenancy skills.

About you

You’ll have a passion for working with complex young people and their families and have a solid understanding of using evidence-based service models. Along with this you’ll also have:

• Certificate IV in a relevant field is highly desired
• Knowledge of the supportive landlord model and approach
• Prior experience in areas such as income support, domestic violence, substance abuse and trauma
• Knowledge and understanding of the current issues presented by homeless people or those at risk of homelessness
• Demonstrated prior experience in a Case Worker position within the community sector
• Working with Children Check
• Drivers Licence
• COVID and Influenza vaccinations are preferred but not required
• National Police Clearance (obtained within the last six months)

About the benefits

You’ll join an inclusive, diverse and welcoming Western Australian based organisation focused on making a difference in the local community. In addition you’ll have access to:

• Not for profit Salary Packaging options up to $18,000!
• Childcare discounts for your little ones
• Options to purchase additional leave
• Career Pathways, Professional Development and Training
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Program including discounted health insurance and free flu vaccinations

To Apply

Click “Apply Now” to visit our website and apply. Applications close on 30 March 2024 but apply soon as we will progress recruitment earlier if the right match is found.

At MercyCare, every person matters.

With our 175-year legacy extending back to the Catholic Sisters of Mercy, today we stand proud to make a positive difference in our local communities. We live by our values – respect, integrity, compassion, justice, excellence, and courage.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children, young people and the vulnerable. We invite applications from people from all walks of life, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and those from diverse ages, cultures, faiths, abilities, gender and sexuality.