Housing Support Coordinator Ruah is proud to be developing the Karlup Service, a holistic, wraparound recovery-based model aimed at supporting women and children to heal from family and domestic violence. The Karlup Service will provide a range of offerings from the Ruah Centre for Women and Children (RCWC), a state-of-the-art purpose-built facility in Perth's CBD.
Housing Support will be offered as part of the Karlup Service with the goal of supporting women who have experienced FDV to secure safe and stable housing for themselves and their children, as an integral part of the healing and recovery journey.
Reporting to and supported by the Team Lead, the Housing Support Coordinator will support clients by helping them to identify their housing needs, connecting them in with available resources and services, advocating for their tenancy rights and supporting their understanding of their rights and responsibilities as tenants, to build their capacity to obtain and maintain suitable housing.
What we're looking for The successful applicants will be required to meet the following criteria:
Desirable education or qualification(s) Minimum qualification of Certificate IV in Housing, Community Services, Social Work, Community Development or similar discipline desired.Essential Demonstrated experience in a similar role within the housing/homelessness sector, including extensive knowledge of current housing services and how to navigate the systems that support them.Comprehensive knowledge of current tenancy laws and the ability to communicate these effectively to clients.Previous experience in working effectively with women who have experienced family and domestic violence and the social and cultural context in which it occurs.Capability to work effectively with a trauma informed model of service delivery.Ability to work independently with a high level of reliability and contribute to the functioning of the team.Effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.Understanding of computer skills including Microsoft Office and client reporting systems.Desirable Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of diversity and social inclusion - including gender, sexuality, disability, cultural, age, and linguistic diversity and Aboriginal culture.What do we offer? An opportunity to work with a passionate and highly skilled team within in a unique service and state-of-the-art facility.A rare chance to work within a unique service model that truly makes a difference to the lives of vulnerable women and children.A salary aligned with Level 4 of Ruah's Enterprise Agreement (& SCHADS Award), starting at $85,399 (based on a full-time salary or pro rata if applicable).5 weeks annual leave+ Annual leave loading of 17.5% (for award-based staff)16 weeks paid parental leave, with flexibility to take at 32 weeks half-pay (uniquely, new staff can access 4 weeks paid parental leave after just 6 months' service).Free, independent and confidential access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program.Free Ruah-paid Journey Cover (insurance for when you're getting to and from work).Incredibly valuable Salary Packaging (to extend your take home pay) with:up to $15,900 core packagingan additional $2,650 in meal entertainment packagingbenefits for salary packaging travel, accommodation, parking fees, education expenses and more!Opportunities to be active in the Ruah Community such as participating in a wide range of working groups, joining us at Pride events, being a part of a range of cultural events to promote and support reconciliation and much, much more!Required compliance documents: Current drivers' licenseNational Police Clearance CertificateWorking with Children CheckFirst Aid CertificateReady to make meaningful change? We'd love to hear from you! Please click apply at the top of the page and submit your current CV along with a cover letter of no more than two pages, outlining why you are a good fit for this role.
Closing date for applications: Midnight, 30 September 2024. Ruah reserves the right to close the advertisement early, so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
For further information please contact Suzanne Blyth, Service Lead- Karlup Service, on 0492 866 283.
We are building a workplace where difference is embraced and encouraged - and to do this, weneed people on our team who are representative of the clients we work with, who are passionate about change and courageous enough to stand up for what is right. Ruah has a zero tolerance against child abuse and are committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, and their right to feel safe and be safe across all areas of our organisation. Everyone is welcome. Everyone belongs.
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