Housing Support Worker

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 an opportunity for a Housing Support Worker to join our Youth and Homelessness team on a permanent part time basis 60.8 hours a fortnight.

This role will maintain a caseload of clients, provide one to one tenancy and holistic support to individuals, participate in referral intake process and develop and monitor case plans. You’ll also provide practical tenancy support including life skills, advocacy and parenting skills to our clients. 

About you

You’ll have experience working with complex young people and their families and have a passion to be a part of making a positive impact on someone’s life.

• Diploma or tertiary qualification in relevant Human Services field is required
• Solid understanding of evidence-based service models
• Experience in parental and child development
• Prior experience working in a residential setting is preferred
• Knowledge of issues presented by homeless people between 16-25
• Prior experience in case work within the community sector
• Ability to be innovative and flexible, with excellent communication skills
• Working with Children Check
• Drivers Licence
• National Police Clearance (obtained within the last six months)

About the benefits

• Not for profit Salary Packaging options
• Childcare discounts
• 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 5 April 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.

Attachments:
- PD - Housing Support Worker 2023.pdf