Housing Support and Outreach Worker

Housing Support & Outreach Worker Barwon Office - Geelong Part Time Basis Work with a rapidly growing organisation committed to social justice Wintringham promotes ongoing training and professional excellence Competitive rates: $35.72 - $39.74 p/hr (dependent on qualifications + experience) Access to Salary Packaging Part Time Basis – 22.5 hrs/week (Monday to Friday) Based at our Barwon Office (Geelong) and servicing the Bellarine and Colac Shire (VIC) About us Wintringham is a specialised non-religious not-for-profit welfare organisation. We are committed to providing older people who are at risk or have experienced homelessness with a range of high-quality care, housing and services. We employ more than 1,000 staff across Victoria and Tasmania Your new role We are currently seeking a flexible and enthusiastic Housing Support & Outreach Worker to join our regional site based at our Barwon Office in Geelong on a Part-Time basis. We are seeking candidates with excellent communication skills who can build rapport with those who are socially isolated within the community. You will have a non-judgmental attitude, the ability to liaise with people form varying socioeconomic backgrounds, and experience working with both socially isolated people and people with challenging behaviours. The role will cover 22.5 hours per week over a minimum of 5 days (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday). We offer flexible scheduling from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm to promote work-life balance and cater to individual preferences. Your responsibilities and duties will include: Assessing potential clients, taking into account their history, circumstances and preferences Coordinating the referral, nomination and Housing Support to a number of clients living in transitional housing properties and assisting them to obtain long-term accommodation and support services Encouraging and supporting clients to make decisions regarding their use of services and to manage their own health and welfare needs Enhance the social contact of isolated clients by providing social support or linking and referring them into social and recreational activities What is in it for you? We are committed to offering an enjoyable, safe and flexible workplace that provides a work-life balance. When you are working with Wintringham, you will have access to the following benefits: Access to exclusive not-for-profit salary packaging: salary package your personal expenses up to the amount of $15,900. Continuous development: we believe in giving our staff the skills they need and will keep you up to date with yearly qualifications such as behaviour management, first aid, CPR and manual handling. We offer many growth opportunities and have a strong internal recruitment program. Free access to wellbeing services + discounts to retailers: When you are employed at Wintringham, you will have access to our Employee Assistance Program, Staff wellbeing portal as well as discounts to some of Australia’s leading retailers. We are looking for candidates with the following: A qualification in Social Work, Social Sciences, Welfare or equivalent Outreach skills including the ability to locate and establish rapport with both socially isolated people and people with challenging behaviours. Experience in working effectively and sensitively with a broad range of clients, including those with high support needs and challenging behaviours An understanding of the Housing and Homelessness Service sector My Aged Care, NDIS and other relevant service systems. A current drivers licence, and reliable vehicle Proven commitment to excellence, accountability and innovation in best practice service delivery in the fields of homelessness and Housing Support. Well-developed communication skills and the ability to engage with people from varying backgrounds. First Aid Certificate This sounds great! How do I apply? For more information about this exciting role, you can view a copy of the Position Description here Applications can be addressed to Aymeric Derbecq (Acting HHS Manager - Regional Vic) and submitted by filling out the required information below. Please upload your documents in PDF format. Applications close on Tuesday 19th of March 2024 at 5pm. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a NDIS Worker Screening Check and Police Records check. Refusal to provide your information to both of these parties will prevent Wintringham from being able to continue with your application. Applicants who have lived in a country other than Australia for a period longer than 12 months in the last 10 years may be required to undergo an International Police Check. Successful candidates will be required to comply with the Wintringham Health and Immunisation policy including having three doses of a COVID-19 vaccine before commencing employment and must provide evidence. Wintringham is committed to providing safe and inclusive environments and services. We celebrate differences in ability, age, culture, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexuality, spirituality and beliefs. Everyone has a right to feel welcome, respected and valued in a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. The safety of all older people is paramount, and we have zero tolerance for family violence including elder abuse. Wintringham proudly acknowledges Australia’s First Peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country and pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Diversity and inclusion makes our community and Wintringham stronger, and contributes to helping us end homelessness for older people.