Support Worker - Homelessness Service

Housing Plus is a leading NFP Community Services organisation, providing housing, domestic violence, homelessness and other community services in NSW. With offices in Orange, Bathurst, Mudgee, Dubbo and Parkes and services reaching the Central, Western and Hunter regions of NSW, our purpose is to achieve healthy, engaged and vibrant communities in which individuals enjoy opportunities to thrive and build a promising future for their families.

We are currently looking for a Support Worker to work within our Homelessness Team based in Orange.

Duties will include: 

• Provide a targeted crisis response for people at risk of or experiencing homelessness. 
• Case manage clients with the intention of working towards completion of their case plans or supporting them to access Sustaining Tenancies support to finish their plans. 
• Maintain official records and documents to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local legislation. 
• Refer clients at serious threat of further harm to a Safety Action Meeting (SAM), a regular meeting of local agencies and services aimed at lessening or preventing serious threats to victims through targeted information sharing. 
• Travel as required to manage the portfolio. 

To be successful, you will ideally have some experience in the community services sector, or be undertaking studies in the area.

You will also need to be sensitive to the needs of clients from diverse backgrounds, excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, high organised with strong administration and computer skills. The ability to work independently on your own is essential.

You will also need a current Driver’s Licence and ability to obtain a Police Check and Working with Children Check.

In return, we can offer you a great career opportunity to develop your skills within Community Services, and the opportunity to learn from a dedicated team who are passionate about what they do. Other benefits include learning and development opportunities, health and well-being program, reward and recognition and salary packaging.

Please include in your application a cover letter outlining why the role interests you.

This is a full-time role working 38 hours per week contracted up until 30 June 2026.

Applications close Friday, 15th March 2024 however we will start screening and interviewing any suitable candidates prior to this time so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.