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About us
At Anglicare SQ, we believe everyone has a story. With a 150-year heritage, we exist for individuals of all life stages who may be experiencing challenges or entering a new phase of life. Our skilled staff deliver a breadth of care-based services, across a vast geographic footprint, and in many types of locations.
  
What’s Happening?
We’re on an exhilarating journey of growth and transformation, and we want YOU to be a part of it! We’re thrilled to announce that our department has just received a major boost in funding, allowing us to expand our team and ramp up our impact. This is your chance to join a dynamic group that’s at the forefront of innovation and change!

We’re searching for enthusiastic, forward-thinking individuals who are ready to dive into a fast-paced environment and embrace the thrill of being part of a team that’s evolving rapidly. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a rising star, if you’re passionate about making a difference, we want to hear from you.
  
About the Program
Homelessness Services Women & Families deliver diverse programs that cater to various needs, including the Young Women’s and Adult Women’s accommodation programs. Additionally, the service provides targeted family support, early intervention through the Women's Early Intervention program, holistic support and housing support for women exiting remand, support for QLD Drug and Alcohol Court participants and comprehensive property and tenancy management for all temporary supported properties. 

About the role
The overall purpose of the Practitioner – Immediate Housing Response is to facilitate access to short-term temporary accommodation (including motels) for couples and single people who are experiencing or at immediate risk of homelessness and to then provide support and service referrals aimed at securing longer term stable accommodation and housing.  

Key to success in this role will be building and nurturing relationships with short- and long-term accommodation providers, such as hotels, accommodation services, housing service centres, community housing services etc.  The IHR Practitioner will also be responsible for the promotion of the program and the development of referral pathways through stakeholder and network engagement.

1 x Permanent Full-Time position available, working 38 hours per week based at our Toowong service – this is an outreach position with access to program vehicle.

Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and trauma-informed case management support to clients, including facilitating access to short-term accommodation and assisting with longer-term housing solutions.
• Help clients navigate and access housing, health, and social security systems, and link them to additional support services as needed.
• Develop and maintain relationships with accommodation providers, represent the service at network meetings, and ensure professional, ethical practice.
• Maintain accurate and current client and expenditure records and fulfill data collection and performance monitoring requirements.
• Complete other relevant administrative tasks as needed.
• Adhere to and promote the service framework that emphasizes social justice, self-determination, and strengths-based support.
• Assist in implementing and reviewing evidence-based practices and methodologies to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Participate in networks to stay updated on current practices and conduct safety and risk assessments to minimize risk.
• Foster positive relationships within the team and participate in staff meetings to share information and improve outcomes.
• Provide support to peers, contribute ideas for process improvements, and engage in professional development to enhance role-specific skills.

• Degree in Health, Human Services, Behavioural Science, Social Work, Psychology or similar (this is an essential requirement of the role)
• Current National Police Check
• Current Blue Card
• Current Queensland Driver Licence
• Ability and willingness to travel within the service region
• Ability and willingness to work outside of standard business hours, when required.

• Well-Developed understanding of homelessness, including public, community, and private housing service systems and supports available.
• Proven experience in assisting individuals and families to access accommodation and housing services.
• Significant background in providing solution-focused, trauma-informed, and person-centred case management support.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills with a track record of effective collaboration with various stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and negotiation abilities.
  

• Join a respected Not For Profit and make a real impact in your role to assist Queenslanders in need.
• Salary Packaging - get up to $15,900 of your salary tax free to pay for items such as Rent, Mortgage, Credit Cards, Utilities, School Tuition and more.
• In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, venue hire, holiday accommodation etc.)  
• Enjoy the potential tax savings of a Novated Car Lease.
• Employee Discounts at some of Australia's leading retailers.
• 6% Bupa Health Insurance Discount.
• Referral App - Earn real $$$ for sharing jobs to your network and potentially earn up to $300 per referred successful starter.
• Career Opportunities - join a company who aim to promote from within to fill new roles with our internal-only Job Board.
• Opportunities to purchase additional annual leave.
• Pastoral Care Support & Employee Assistance Programs.
• Free annual Flu vaccinations.