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

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.

What we offer

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.

About us

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.

Selection Criteria:

The ideal person we are looking for has:

• Relevant Tertiary qualifications and experience in working with complex young people
• Knowledge and understanding of the key issues young people who are homelessness or at risk of homelessness are facing
• Hold a current drivers' license, a current Working with Vulnerable People card and be willing to undergo a police check

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.