Housing & Homelessness (HHS) CoordinatorHume – Shepparton (VIC) Full Time Fixed Term Basis INTERNAL ONLY Work with a rapidly growing NFP organisation committed to social justice and ending homelessnessCompetitive salary: $52-$55.92 per hour (dependent upon experience and qualifications)Generous motor vehicle allowance and access to NFP Salary PackagingLaptop + mobile phone included.Full Time Fixed term role from 16th December 2024 to 24th January 2025Office based in Shepparton (VIC)About us Wintringham is a specialised non-religious not-for-profit welfare organisation. We are committed to providing older people who are at risk or have experienced homelessness with a range of high-quality care, housing, and support services. We employ more than 1,000 staff across Victoria and Tasmania.Your new role We are currently seeking a proactive individual to join our Housing and Homelessness Team as a Housing and Homelessness Support Coordinator located at the Maude Street Office in Shepparton on a Full time Basis. This fixed term role will run from the 16th of December 2024 to the 24th of January 2025.This position will work collaboratively with the other HHS Coordinators and HHS Managers to deliver Wintringham's Care Finder and Housing Support and Outreach services.Your responsibilities and duties will include: Demonstrate leadership across the HHS portfolio and work collaboratively with all areas of Wintringham to ensure coordinated service responsesEstablish and maintain positive relationships across community and health services across the region.Promote a non-institutional philosophy within the programs by recognising and promoting the rights of Wintringham clientsOversee and ensure compliance to relevant legislative standards and guidelines across the relevant programsReview client file documentation across program areas to ensure the timely and accurate recording of information and monitor service delivery for qualityAdvocate and support clients to access private rental properties through internet searches and house inspections.Provide assistance to clients needing resources to access the private rental market, including bond applications, rent in advance and assistance with rent.Monitor targets in line with funding service agreements and ensure staff are reporting hours and support periodsWhat we will require from you: You will have a relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Welfare or Community Services or equivalent, current drivers license, and first aid (level 2), as well as:Demonstrated experience in a team leadership role supporting clients experiencing homelessness with varying levels of complex psychosocial needs.Demonstrated experience working and leading within a case management/case coordination frameworkProven commitment to excellence, accountability and innovation in best practice service delivery in the fields of homelessness and housing supportExperience delivering services within social and community services programs including housing and homelessness support services.Knowledge of Commonwealth and State government policies, standards and compliance requirementsWell-developed communications skills and the ability to engage people from varying backgroundsAn understanding of the Housing and Homelessness Service sector, My Aged Care, NDIS and other relevant service and regulatory systems.This sounds great! How do I apply? For more information about this role, a copy of the Position Description can be accessed here. Applications can be directed to Franca Pungitore and submitted via the Wintringham website.Please submit a Cover Letter to accompany your CV.Applications close on Monday 25th of November 2024 at 5pm.Successful applicants will be required to undergo a NDIS Worker Screening Check and Police Records check. Refusal to provide your information to both of these parties will prevent Wintringham from being able to continue with your application.Successful candidates will be required to comply with the Wintringham Health and Immunisation policy including having three doses of a COVID-19 vaccine before commencing employment and must provide evidence.Wintringham is committed to providing safe and inclusive environments and services. We celebrate differences in ability, age, culture, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexuality, spirituality and beliefs. Everyone has a right to feel welcome, respected and valued in a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.The safety of all older people is paramount, and we have zero tolerance for family violence including elder abuse.Wintringham proudly acknowledges Australia's First Peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country and pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.Diversity and inclusion makes our community and Wintringham stronger, and contributes to helping us end homelessness for older people.#J-18808-Ljbffr