• Part-time (0.8 FTE) per fortnight
• Fixed-term contract until 30 June 2025, with possible extension
• Social & Community Services Employee - Level 4

About Us:

We are a growing and innovative social enterprise supporting around 10,000 South Australians each year through housing and community services. Together, we are committed to effecting long-term positive change for those we work with and the communities we work in.Together, we are improving lives and building strong, resilient, and connected communities.

The Opportunity:

Are you driven by a desire to make a real difference in the lives of those facing homelessness? Join our team as a Case Manager (Homelessness) and provide essential social and accommodation support to individuals with complex needs in the Fleurieu regions. In this role, you will deliver a client-centred approach, helping clients locate, obtain, and maintain accommodation through crisis intervention and ongoing support. You will work closely with clients to develop individualised case plans, support their social and living skills, and advocate for their rights and dignity.

Your excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills will be crucial in supporting the clients' social and living skills development, promoting informed choices, and fostering independence.

With your knowledge of social issues relevant to homelessness and your understanding of complex needs, such as domestic violence and mental health, you will ensure equitable access and equal opportunities. If you are a reliable, proactive professional seeking a rewarding position to help people in the Southern Fleurieu region, then this is the role for you!

About You:

We are seeking a highly passionate person who:

• Has demonstrated experience in developing case plans within an established case management model
• Has both knowledge and an understanding of the social issues relevant to homelessness - including the determinants and effects of homelessness
• Understands the complex needs of children, adolescents, and families at risk of homelessness together with the impact/effect of other issues such as domestic violence, mental health, etc.
• Has demonstrated experience in or has a solid understanding of supporting individuals/families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless
• Holds a Certificate IV Community Services or equivalent and substantial experience in the field

What We Offer:

• Values-driven culture
• Generous salary sacrifice benefits
• Great professional development opportunities
• A You are Amazing Day – an extra paid day of leave to spend however you want
• A supportive, flexible work environment with paid parental leave and a strong focus on staff wellbeing
• A NAIDOC Day - an extra day of paid leave to attend NAIDOC celebrations
• Access to wholesale prices on selected products at Harvey Norman
• Access To Corporate Health Insurance and Annual Flu Vaccinations

You Will Need To:

• Complete our online application process
• Hold or be willing to obtain a current Working with Children Check
• Hold or be willing to obtain a current Child Safe Environments Certificate
• Hold a current unencumbered Australian driver’s license and be willing to drive
• Undergo pre-employment testing as part of the recruitment process

How To Apply:

Click on the 'Apply Now' button to be redirected to our recruitment site. Please ensure you complete all questions before submitting your application.

A Position Description is attached.

For further confidential inquiries contact Tammy Elvin, Regional Manager (Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island) on 0438 231 659.

Junction is an equal opportunity employer that embraces a culture of diversity. We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with disability, and people from every culture, gender and sexuality identity, age and ethnic background. Junction is committed to being a Child Safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child and family abuse.