At YFS, we are committed to ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to live in a safe, stable home. As a leader in the housing sector in Logan, we approach housing support with a difference. Through our Mobile Support program, we help individuals secure, prepare for, and obtain long-term tenancies, complemented by a wide range of wraparound services tailored to meet diverse needs.

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Worker to contribute to leading case management within our Mobile Support program, providing vital support to those experiencing or at risk of homelessness. I this role, you will have the opportunity to drive impactful change and make a real difference.

If you are a skilled case manager with strong leadership and communication abilities, and you thrive in a dynamic, adaptable environment, we encourage you to apply for this meaningful position. Join us and be a part of transforming lives.

About the job

• Role location: Slacks Creek.
• Role type: Permanent, full-time position
• Pay range: $106,730 a year based on experience, with salary packaging exempt from Fringe Benefits Tax available.

In this role you will:

• assess and respond proactively to the evolving needs of clients
• develop innovative solutions to enhance service delivery and drive better outcomes for clients
• recommend improvements to work practices and procedures in response to changing external requirements
• support the team's growth in delivering high-quality case management services
• assist in staff management and foster a positive, collaborative workplace culture

About you

Aside from meeting the key capabilities outlined in the related role description available from https://www.yfs.org.au/work-for-us/, ideally, you’ll be a great fit if you:

• bring knowledge and experience in case management within the homelessness and housing sectors
• understand the causes, impacts, and cultural dimensions of homelessness
• thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changing circumstances
• have excellent interpersonal skills and can effectively manage, develop, and support team members
• communicate confidently with a wide range of individuals both inside and outside the organisation
• are skilled in service planning and comfortable making recommendations to enhance service delivery.

About us

At YFS, we make a real difference to the lives of people living in Logan and surrounding areas.

We have a real commitment to seeing people thrive, including our staff. We encourage staff to bring their entire selves to work, because we know that a happy workplace thrives.

In our recent Employee Opinion Survey our staff said the best things about working at YFS are the challenging work/job satisfaction, fellow employees, teamwork, and pay and benefits.

We’re serious about your professional development. And we empower each other to make decisions and try new ways of working.

Depending on your role, we support flexible work arrangements.

We also offer great employment benefits including above-average pay rates, generous salary packaging (exempt from Fringe Benefits Tax), portable long service leave, counselling support and free parking.

To find out more about working with us, head to https://www.yfs.org.au/work-for-us/.

Interested?

Read Advice for Job Applicants and check out our Organisational Chart at https://www.yfs.org.au/application-process/

Send your resume and a one-page covering letter outlining what you will bring to the job via the "Apply Now" button.

Contact Shi-Lah on 07 3826 1500 if you want to talk about the role.

Interviews are scheduled for Friday 6th December 2024.

People from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people who identify as part of the LGBTIQA+ community, are encouraged to apply.