• Work with an organisation truly making a difference.
• Bendigo Location
• Full Time, Ongoing Position

WHO ARE WE:

We are a commercially operated, profit-for-purpose homelessness organisation specialising in housing solutions, providing hope, care and help to Victorian communities to prevent homelessness and end housing stress. Our organisation is on a journey to provide more homes and more support, through more meaningful partnerships.

WHY WORK FOR US:

You’ll be joining a committed team that is building the capacity to be a force for good. We are delivering innovative support programs and property and tenancy management solutions to some of the most vulnerable people in our community, we have deep empathy for the communities we are embedded in; always focused on the people who need us most.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

The role leads the management and coordination of the community outreach programs and ensure the delivery of high-quality services.

The Community Outreach function provides support to those who are experiencing homelessness, at risk of homelessness or persons sleeping rough by applying an assertive outreach approach, Housing First principles, and through a case management framework, where clients are supported through person-centred and trauma-informed practices. The Program Coordinator will lead by example, ensuring exceptional service delivery while adhering to financing guidelines, program deliverables and record keeping.

Haven Home Safe is a dynamic service which responds to opportunities within the sector for service delivery, as such the roles may adapt to include other homelessness support programs.

• Develop and oversee the triage function to identify and respond to the need and vulnerability of presenting clients
• Guide, coach, and support the team to consistently deliver quality service and outcomes to clients
• Ensure that staff safety and well-being is paramount and that activities are undertaken within the appropriate OH&S frameworks including appropriate supervision and risk management.
• Ensure the Community Outreach function provides support to those who are experiencing homelessness, at risk of homelessness or persons sleeping rough by applying an assertive outreach approach and Housing First principles.
• Proactively review the functionalities with the program areas to build staff and organisational capacity to deliver quality services and meet the KPI’s of the program.
• Monitor program expenses, review financial reports, and track spending to ensure expenditures align with the approved budget. Identify and address any discrepancies or overspending.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the team including advice, rosters, leave arrangements, workloads, performance, recruiting, onboarding, and training.

ABOUT YOU:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field (Social Work, Community / Human Services, etc.) or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in team management and leadership.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of homelessness services and community support systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Suite, CRM systems and data management.
• Commitment to maintaining a high standard of ethical conduct and professionalism.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and external partners.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to meet performance goals and deadlines.

WHAT WE OFFER IN RETURN:

• Inclusive, innovative work culture
• Flexible working arrangements
• Competitive remuneration, NFP salary packaging for living expenses, meal and entertainment expenses
• Opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Extensive up-skilling and development opportunities

NEXT STEPS:

To view the position description, see here.

When applying, please provide a copy of your CV and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience relating to the key selection criteria.

Early applications are encouraged as our interview process may commence and move through to offer prior to the closing date.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Haven; Home, Safe requires all its staff, volunteers, directors and contractors to have had their first two vaccine doses for COVID-19, recognising the important role this plays in our ability to continue to support the communities we serve and to keep all of us safe.

Haven; Home, Safe (HHS) is committed to building an inclusive workplace where all people feel valued, are empowered to bring their complete, authentic selves to work, and have equal access to opportunities to help them reach their full potential. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, People with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse people, including refugees to our country, and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, and Queer+ (LGBTIQ+) communities.