Your future Workplace

Since opening our doors in 1982 to share a meal with the most vulnerable members of the community, we have evolved into an independent non-profit organisation renowned for effectively helping thousands of people experiencing homelessness to rebuild their lives. At the heart of everything we do, we recognise everybody is unique. No matter where people are in their journey, we are here to support them and we do not give up.

Every day of the year, Sacred Heart Mission (SHM) assist hundreds of people who are experiencing homelessness or living in poverty to find shelter, food, care and support. We are in this for the long haul - we are committed to making a sustainable difference in people’s lives. Everyone is welcome at our table.

Your new role

• RHPP is an innovative housing support program providing support and case management to people who have experienced homelessness.
• This senior role is responsible for developing support plans, staff supervision and working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Foster and develop positive relationships with internal stakeholders, particularly SHM Community, Services Coordinators, Community Housing Ltd staff, volunteers, and partnership agencies providing services to RHPP clients.

Your day-to-day

• Undertake assessments, support planning and care coordination activities required to meet the diverse needs of the clients in accordance with the MHCSS and SHM standards and guidelines
• Provide regular, high quality professional supervision for support staff, including opportunities for reflective practice and timely debriefing.
• Ensure services are delivered to clients using social inclusion and trauma informed principles

We're looking for someone

• Who is experienced in effectively responding to challenging behaviours and crisis situations.
• Who is team focused with strong interpersonal skill
• To adopt an assertive engagement and relationship based approach utilising better practice strategies to engage residents in a case managed response
• With developed supervision skills
• With experience in dual diagnosis casework and strong clinical skills

You can look forward to

• Joining an experienced and diverse Team.
• A supportive and flexible work environment
• Accessible work location in the heart of St. Kilda
• Salary packaging expenses like your rent, holiday accommodation and dining out: up to $15,990 pre-tax
• Access to in-house training
• Opportunity to purchase additional leave

Come and Work with us

To join our team, simply apply now!

For more information about the role, contact Ken McNamara on 0425 734 665.

SHM is committed to equal employment opportunities for all people regardless of age, gender, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation. We recognise the strength and value in diversity, and actively foster an inclusive workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

All appointments are subject to Police Checks and certain roles require additional pre-screening as outlined in the position description. All NDIS roles will require a NDIS Worker Screening (NDIS) check. Individuals placed on the DWEL will not be engaged by Sacred Heart Mission.

Sacred Heart Mission requires all its staff, volunteers, directors and contractors to be fully COVID 19 vaccinated, recognising the important role this plays in our ability to continue to support the communities we serve and to keep all of us safe.

A position description is attached.