Fixed Term contract until 30 June 2026

Full Time hours available

Can be based in Bundaberg or Hervey Bay

OUR ORGANISATION

Regional Housing is a tier 1, not-for-profit organisation managing crisis, transitional and long-term social housing as well as a range of complementary support programs across regional Queensland. Our vision of ‘every person has a home’ is at the core of everything we do. We are passionate about helping the most disadvantaged in our community. With an enviable and positive team culture, strong systems and supports, and a professional approach to all aspects of business, Regional Housing has earned a reputation as an employer of choice.

At Regional Housing we recognise that we operate in a diverse community and welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disabilities.

Please visit our website at https://www.regionalhousing.org.au/ to find out more about us.

ABOUT THE POSITION

This role will provide local assistance to strengthen existing and emerging Service Integration Groups to provide person-centred and place-based service integration planning for people with complex needs and improve integration of service system response for this cohort.

The role does not involve direct client case management and provides support to sector partners to facilitate service integration plans and improved service system responses.

The ideal candidate will be a senior officer with a proven track record in engagement and community development as well as an excellent understanding of the drivers and solutions to homelessness. The preferred candidate will also understand how to support people and organisations to strengthen practice and build collective capacity and capability in supporting people experiencing with complex support needs.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Proven track record and results in successful engagement and community development including engagement skills across diverse agencies with diverse service delivery models and specialised roles that are complementary but different.

Senior practice experience in housing and homelessness sectors and a detailed understanding of the needs of people experiencing of at risk of homelessness and experience driving local service system improvements to improve client outcomes.

Skilled communication including clear and effective verbal reporting and a very high standard of written reporting

Experience working with diverse groups in a facilitation role.

Experience in contributing to workforce development and capability.

Ability to use software applications including client management systems to a high standard.

ESSENTIAL

Successful pass achieved on Queensland’s Working with Children Check - Positive Notice Blue Card issued by Blue Card Services

Current Queensland Drivers Licence (C Class)

Approved NDIS Worker Screening card

Successful pass achieved on Pre-Employment validation and assessment including but not limited to Police Check, employment history and background check, qualifications, and skills validation.

DESIRABLE

Possession of, or currently studying towards the completion of qualifications in Human Services or Social Science will be well regarded

Current First Aid Certificate, or the ability to acquire same

HOW TO APPLY:

All applications are held in the strictest confidence. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you feel you meet the criteria and would like to apply, please send your resume with a covering letter through the apply button or email [email protected].

Hayley Davidson
EastCoast HR Group
P: 07 5443 6022
W: www.eastcoasthr.com.au