Housing First Worker

About Us

Ngwala Willumbong Aboriginal Corporation is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation that is dedicated to delivering quality specialist Alcohol and Drug Treatment, Housing and Homeless and other services to meet the needs of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) People and their families. Our services operate across Victoria.

The Job

The Housing First worker will provide intensive case management to Aboriginal individuals and families accessing Entry Point services. They will respond to referrals in a timely manner utilising the Housing First Principles of Practise.

Tasks will include:

• Respond to referrals from IAP and work collaboratively with the team
• Provide outreach Services
• To respond to referral within 24 hours by contacting the client
• Co-ordinate clients case plans and lead case management planning teams
• Work within a Team environment
• Work closely with our Multi-disciplinary teams to ensure holistic case management and care

About the perks

• 18 Month contract (subject to funding)
• SCHADS Crisis Accommodation Level 2
• NFP Salary Packaging Benefits up to $15,900
• Grow your career at a thriving organisation invested in your development
• Work for a dynamic, family-friendly and inclusive NFP organisation

Your Skills & Experience

• Minimum of Certificate IV in Social Housing or relevant; and/or
• Experience in working with Aboriginal people experiencing or at risk of homelessness
• Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and commitment to the Aboriginal community
• Demonstrated understanding of the unique health challenges and social issues faced by the Aboriginal community, including the impacts of alcohol and drug use and homelessness.
• Demonstrated skills in case management
• Ability to provide culturally safe and respectful care and services to the Aboriginal community.
• Networking skills to build and maintain relationships with various stakeholders, including local health services, law enforcement agencies, and Aboriginal organisations.
• Outreach skills to conduct assertive outreach within the community, demonstrating sensitivity and respect for cultural norms and practices.
• Able to develop positive relationships with clients and work within a fast paced environment
• Demonstrate commitment to the care and support of homeless and disadvantaged men, women, youth and families
• Computer literacy skills

Mandatory Requirements

• Current Victorian Driver’s License;
• National Police Certificate (no more than 3 years old)
• Current Victorian Employment Working With Children Check;

If this sounds like you, please provide the following:

• A cover letter outlining why you would be a great fit for this role
• A resume which outlines your educational and employment background

Employing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People at Ngwala is integral to keeping our services culturally aligned so we strongly encourage Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander People to apply for this role and others as they become available

**Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted