At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals in finding and maintaining stable housing through practical assistance and case management.
- Company: Join the St Vincent de Paul Society, a compassionate organisation dedicated to social justice.
- Benefits: Make a real difference while gaining valuable experience in community services.
- Other info: Work in a supportive environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Empower people facing housing challenges and help them build a better future.
- Qualifications: Relevant qualifications or experience in community services, social work, or housing support.
The predicted salary is between 50544 - 61776 $ per year.
The Housing Support Worker provides practical, person-centred support to people participating in our transitional supported accommodation programs. The role works alongside participants to strengthen housing stability, address barriers to long-term housing and build the skills needed to obtain and maintain safe, appropriate and sustainable accommodation. The position combines case management and housing pathway support with regular home visits, tenancy-readiness work, referrals, advocacy, accurate record keeping and collaboration with internal and external services.
Key responsibilities
- Build respectful, professional and culturally safe relationships with participants, recognising individual strengths, goals and circumstances.
- Complete assessments and develop, implement and review individual case management plans with participants.
- Meet with participants regularly to review progress, identify barriers and agree with the next steps.
- Provide brief intervention, advocacy and practical assistance in areas affecting housing stability, including income, budgeting, health and wellbeing, education, employment, family, cultural and community connections.
- Work with participants from commencement of support to identify realistic pathways to long-term housing.
- Assist with housing applications, supporting documentation, referrals and engagement with relevant housing providers and specialist services.
- Support participants to develop tenancy-readiness skills including rent management, budgeting, property care, household management, neighbour relations and understanding occupancy requirements.
- Undertake scheduled home and support visits in accordance with program requirements, including weekly visits during the initial period where applicable.
- Develop and maintain strong referral pathways with housing, homelessness, health, financial, legal, family, cultural and community services.
- Maintain accurate, timely and professional case notes, assessments, plans, referrals and other program records.
About you
- Relevant qualifications in community services, human services, social work, housing or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Experience supporting people who are experiencing homelessness, at risk of homelessness or facing complex barriers to maintaining housing.
- Experience in case management, tenancy support, accommodation services or a related community services environment is desirable.
- Experience working respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse cultural backgrounds is highly regarded.
- Maintain professional boundaries and protect participant privacy and confidentiality.
Housing Support Worker in Darwin employer: St Vincent de Paul Society Northern Territory
St Vincent de Paul Society Northern Territory is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and inclusive work culture, offering employees the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community. With a focus on professional development and growth opportunities, staff are encouraged to enhance their skills while working in a culturally safe environment. Located in Darwin, employees benefit from a vibrant community atmosphere and the chance to engage directly with those in need, making every day rewarding.
Contact Details:
St Vincent de Paul Society Northern Territory Recruitment Team
