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We are currently seeking several team players to join our Gold Coast Homelessness Service, as we run several programs from here, your skills will be utilised across all of the different programs that we currently have.
What a great opportunity, no day needs to be the same.
There is a possibility that these positions could lead to long term roles in the future.
Do you have a passion to work with adults and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness on the Gold Coast? Would you like to be a part of an organisation that is client focussed and strategically connected to the coal face, with a clear commitment to reducing homelessness and opportunities for your professional development?
The applicant will have experience working with people experiencing homelessness, including rough sleepers. They will be competent in identifying and understanding risks posed to children, as well as how to respond to effectively safeguard children. They will be able to work autonomously as well as participate in and contribute to an established team of professionals.
Ideally you have 2 years experience of paid or volunteer work with people experiencing homelessness and a subsequent sound understanding of the contributing factors of homelessness. You must have excellent verbal communication skills that enable you to assess needs accurately and extensively as well as transferable written communication skills to record assessments on the database. You must have a tertiary qualification in human services, community services, Youth Services or related field. A basic level of competence with technology is also required.
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Want to know more? For a confidential discussion please contact Taylor Anderson -Sykes on 07 5579 6***
Supporting you to support others
Family and Disability Services is a respected industry leader and one of Queensland’s largest community service providers, with a wide range of services that provide support to vulnerable individuals, families and communities in metropolitan, regional and remote locations across the State. We’re proudly not-for-profit and offer you:
- Access to salary packaging & meal and entertainment benefits
- Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
- Employee assistance, health & wellness programs
- Values-based culture & rewards and recognition
- Ongoing learning & development
Ready to work together?
Our application process takes less than 15 minutes – Click the ‘APPLY’ button below to be taken to our online application process and upload your resume and cover letter. Our team are available to answer any questions you may have. We’ll do our best to get back to you 2 weeks from the closing date.
Please note this position may be filled prior to closing date should suitable candidates be found.
Our approach is simple –everybody is welcome here. At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their gender, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity.
We know that when our people feel respected and valued, we empower them to share that within the communities we serve and to provide the very best care. We highly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
