Your future workplace

Since opening our doors in 1982 to share a meal with the most vulnerable members of the community, we have evolved into an independent non-profit organisation renowned for effectively helping thousands of people experiencing homelessness to rebuild their lives. At the heart of everything we do, we recognise everybody is unique. No matter where people are in their journey, we are here to support them and we do not give up.

Every day of the year, Sacred Heart Mission (SHM) assist hundreds of people who are experiencing homelessness or living in poverty to find shelter, food, care and support. We are in this for the long haul - we are committed to making a sustainable difference in people’s lives. Everyone is welcome at our table.

Your new role

As one of a small team of Supportive Housing, Case Managers, you will spend your days working with other team members and clients to support, to settle into housing, stay housed, and improve their quality of life.

The role will see you working in the community and in people’s homes as you assist them to develop goals and navigate services that meet their needs to stay housed. You will be based in the heart of St Kilda supporting clients across the South and inner metro regions of Melbourne.

Your day to day

A typical day will see you working with other team members and clients, delivering case management and service coordination activities, and liaising with other agencies to support people to end homelessness.

The person we're looking for

The successful candidate will be:

• Passionate about sustaining tenancies and ending homelessness in Melbourne
• Organised and great with time but also flexible and responsive to client need
• Experienced in the supportive housing and homelessness space.
• Other community service area – such as AOD, Justice, Mental Health, Family Violence may be considered

The perks of the job

• Full-time and part-time (minimum 0.6FTE) positions available within a supportive team
• Structured training and professional development, group reflective practice, regular line supervision, and access to an employee assistance program
• Salary packaging expenses like your rent, holiday accommodation and dining out: up to $15,990 pre-tax
• Structured training and professional development and regular line supervision
• Opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Ending your workday knowing you’ve made a difference

Come and Work with us

To join our team, simply apply with your cover letter, resume and key selection criteria. The key selection criteria can be found in the position description.

For more information about the role, contact Annie Lynch on 0436 462 077 (Thursdays and Fridays).

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately, and the position may close earlier than stated if we have found suitable candidates.

SHM is committed to equal employment opportunities for all people regardless of age, gender, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.  We recognise the strength and value in diversity, and actively foster an inclusive workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. 

All appointments are subject to Police Checks and certain roles require additional pre-screening as outlined in the position description. Sacred Heart Mission complies with all industry standards which entails many of our roles to require a NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Sacred Heart Mission requires all its staff, volunteers, directors and contractors to be fully COVID 19 vaccinated, recognising the important role this plays in our ability to continue to support the communities we serve and to keep all of us safe.

A position description is attached.