At McCormack Housing, we look for people who believe in second chances, who share our values and are passionate about supporting forensic clients to re integrate back into the community. If this sounds like you, read on!

About Us

McCormack Housing (MH) was established by its parent company Australian Community Support Organisation (ACSO) which was established in 1983 as the Epistle Centre, by ex-offender Stan McCormack to support prisoners to find housing, employment and to stop their offending behaviour. Over 30 years ACSO has grown and diversified to provide life changing support programs for people in or at risk of entering the criminal justice system.

McCormack Housing provides sustainable social housing prioritising people in or at risk of entering the criminal justice system to break the cycle between homelessness and offending. In 2014 ACSO's Board created a new company to build a social housing response for people in or at risk of entering the criminal justice system. These individuals are at a higher risk of homelessness due to the additional barrier of their forensic background and poor rental histories. MH directly supports ACSO's Vision - "to build a safe and inclusive community freed of crime and prison".

About the role

This position is tasked with supporting the sourcing of safe and stable housing in the community for tenants, in line with the transitional housing program. The Tenancy Officer will work closely with the ACSO Reconnect program, and Corrections Victoria, supporting participants sourcing appropriate housing in the community.

The Tenancy Officer will interact with Real Estate Agents, housing providers, ACSO Reconnect workers, and Corrections Victoria staff and personnel. They will have practical and expert advice available to call upon from a wider team equipped with diverse and specialised skills and experience.

A day in the life of a Housing with Conviction Tenancy Officer involves coordination of tenant intake, assisting with conducting risk assessments of tenancies, managing rental payments and arrears, eviction processes when required, liaising with tenants to find suitable long-term accommodation, developing relationships with real estate agents and housing providers state-wide, and working closely with ACSO Reconnect staff and Corrections Victoria staff. You will maintain accurate and up-to-date tenancy notes on our client management system.

What we're looking for

• Experience in social housing, real estate and/or property management
• Ability to manage complex tenancies with support needs
• Experience in implementation of new programs and initiatives
• A thorough understanding of the housing needs of the participant cohort
• A demonstrated knowledge of the relevant and current legislation relating to the client group including the Residential Tenancy Act and Privacy Act
• A good understanding of the current trends, practices, polices, and legislation pertaining to the program area
• Experience in a similar role, preferably in a geographically dispersed organisation
• Ability to build relationships with external consultants and providers
• Familiarity with project management.

What we can offer you

• Full-time ongoing position available. Located at Dandenong office!
• $70,676 base salary + 10.5% superannuation + NFP salary packaging options (more after tax $ in your pocket!)
• Paid parental leave (14 weeks accessible after six months of employment)
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%
• ACSO is dedicated to supporting our employees to learn, develop and grow whilst part of the ACSO family! Whether it is workplace health and safety, clinical practice, family violence capability building, diversity and inclusion, leadership, or all of the above, ACSO will ensure you have the opportunity to be your best self in our workplace from the moment you join us
• Wellbeing initiatives such as free flu vaccines, wellbeing and professional development vouchers, Employee Assistance Program and Reward and Recognition Program. Our employees matter!
• Dedicated inclusion and diversity initiatives to support employees from all backgrounds and dispositions, including specialised leave for cultural ceremonies and gender affirmation.

We work flexibly at ACSO and encourage you to talk to us about how this role can be flexible for you. Some of the work we do can be done from home, and the hours can be tweaked to suit your lifestyle - it's all about what works for you, the team, and, above all, our clients.

How to Apply

If you think you'd be a great fit - we'd love to hear from you!

To apply and view the position description (PD), please visit ACSO's careers website (REQN-580) and provide a copy of your resume, a brief covering letter and a document outlining responses to the selection criteria found in the PD.

Please note McCormack Housing is committed to maintaining a working environment that is safe and minimises risk to the health and wellbeing of all employees, clients, contractors, volunteers, and representatives. McCormack Housing's employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. All preferred candidates are required to provide proof of their vaccination status, prior to offers of employment being made.

As we are a NDIS provider, the successful candidate must hold a NDIS Worker Screening Check Clearance before they commence employment in this position.

To learn more about this position, please contact Sylvia Cassar, Operations Manager - McCormack Housing, on 0428 070 396.

McCormack Housing proudly acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as Australia's first peoples and pay respect to their rich culture, lores, customs and elders past and present. We strongly embrace the spirit of reconciliation and continue working towards ensuring an equal voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, particularly those who have been touched by the justice system.

McCormack Housing embraces diversity within its workforce and encourages applications from appropriately qualified and skilled people regardless of their background. All suitable applicants for this role will be considered regardless of age, ability, race, gender expression, sex, cultural background, spiritual beliefs or lived experience.