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Centacare Community Services is part of the social services arm of the Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane and has been operating in for over 50 years. With over 1600 employees across South East Queensland, we value our employees and believe they are the heart of our organisation.
  
As a Community Housing Officer employed on an 18 month fixed-term full time contract, you will play a crucial role in assisting families and individuals in maintaining their housing and supporting those facing homelessness. Our services are focused on residents of the Fraser Coast, Bundaberg, and Kingaroy Regional Council areas.  This position is based in Kingaroy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support individuals with complex needs to address homelessness or maintain their tenancy through a case management framework.
• Conduct intake assessments for new clients.
• Promote independent living skills and facilitate choice for clients.
• Collect and report client data using an electronic database.
• Liaise with community and government agencies, as well as real estate agencies, as part of your case management.
• Ensure compliance with legislative guidelines and internal procedures.
• Travel across the Fraser Coast, South and North Burnett, and Wide Bay regions may be required.

Skills and Experience: 

• Two years’ experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Residential Tenancies Act.
• Experience in case management, notes, implementation of support plans and managing crisis and emergency situations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to a person-centred approach in service provision.

Essential Requirements: 

• Qualification in Community Services, Mental Health, Social Housing or similar.
• Experience in accommodation services or real estate is highly regarded.
• Understanding of the Housing framework or the willingness to learn.
• Current QLD Driver's License.
• A National Police Certificate.
• A Working with Children Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.

Why Work for us?

This is a unique opportunity to work for a values-based organisation and develop your skills at one of the largest employers in Queensland. The role will be salaried at a level 2.1 under our EBA, which is $34.46 per hour. In addition to a competitive remuneration package including 11% superannuation plus PBI packaging benefits of up to $15,900; you will be able to be part of an organisation that truly values their employees and providing client centric care to our clients.


How to apply: 

If you are ready to make a difference and contribute to our mission, and meet the qualifications outlined, we invite you to apply for this role.

Click APPLY and submit a cover letter that clearly addresses the above-listed skills, experience and essential criteria, as well as a copy of your current résumé. For any questions, please email jodie.anson@bne.centacare.net.au

Please note shortlisting and interviews will commence as applications are received. 

The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for employees and volunteers to maintain a safe and healthy environment. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children, young people and/or vulnerable adults.

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