Job Summary
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 29th Sep 2020
We are currently seeking an experienced Youth Housing Specialist to provide outreach support to young people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, between the ages of 15 - 25yrs within a case management framework.
The role provides support to young people to obtain or sustain appropriate accommodation using a strength's based case management model, information, advocacy & referral. This role assists young people to address the barriers which create and perpetuate homelessness, it requires a person centred approach, an understanding of the issues related to homelessness, effective time management and administration skills. You will be required to work with minimal supervision as an outreach worker, as well as working effectively within a small team.
The service operates across the ACT.
Rewarding opportunities exist for enthusiastic people seeking meaningful careers; helping people in the wider community in a diverse range of program areas. CatholicCare's employment benefits include a generous salary packaging option, free parking, and professional development in a family friendly environment.
CatholicCare is a large welfare agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn. Our mission is to provide quality services to people by promoting healthy, inclusive communities through relationships, partnerships and collaboration while adhering to our values of Solidarity, Stewardship, Respect and Excellence.
The ideal person we are looking for has:
Contact:
Leanne Luff, Administrative Assistant
Phone: 6163 7600
For more information please visit: www.catholiccare.cg.org.au
*Please note shortlisting and interviews will be ideally undertaken within two weeks of the closing date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
CatholicCare Canberra and Goulburn is committed to equal opportunity in employment, and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.