Housing First Worker – Aboriginal Entry Point

About Us

Ngwala Willumbong (Pitjantjatjara for “Dry Place”) Aboriginal Corporation is an Aboriginal community-controlled organisation (ACCO) that is devoted to providing high quality, specialised alcohol and drug rehabilitation and community support services to meet the needs of Aboriginal people and their families. Our services operate across Victoria.

At Ngwala, we are committed to continuously improving the quality of our services by maintaining the knowledge of our staff and listening to the voice of our community. We also strive to develop meaningful partnerships with other organisations to foster best practices in service delivery.

The Job

The Housing First worker will provide intensive case management to Aboriginal individuals and families accessing Entry Point services. They will respond to referrals in a timely manner utilising the Housing First Principles of Practise.

Tasks will include:

• Respond to referrals from IAP and work collaboratively with the team
• Provide outreach Services
• To respond to referral within 24 hours by contacting the client
• Co-ordinate clients case plans and lead case management planning teams
• Work within a Team environment
• Work closely with our Multi-disciplinary teams to ensure holistic case management and care

Remuneration and Benefits

• Full Time role
• SCHADS Crisis Accommodation Level 2
• NFP Salary Packaging Benefits up to $15,900
• Work for a dynamic, family-friendly and inclusive NFP organisation

Your Skills & Experience

• Experience in working with Aboriginal people experiencing or at risk of homelessness
• Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and commitment to the Aboriginal community
• Demonstrated understanding of the unique health challenges and social issues faced by the Aboriginal community, including the impacts of alcohol and drug use and homelessness.
• Demonstrated skills in case management
• Ability to provide culturally safe and respectful care and services to the Aboriginal community.
• Networking skills to build and maintain relationships with various stakeholders, including local health services, and Aboriginal organisations.
• Skills to conduct assertive outreach within the community, demonstrating sensitivity and respect for cultural norms and practices.
• Passion to develop positive relationships with clients.
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments while managing a complex caseload.
• Demonstrate commitment to the care and support of homeless and disadvantaged men, women, youth and families
• Skills in working independently, generally within defined guidelines, and as a team member
• Proficiency in computer skills, including the Microsoft Office suite and client management systems
• First Aid (desirable)

Mandatory Requirements

• Current Victorian Driver’s License;
• National Police Certificate (no more than 3 years old)
• Current Victorian Employment Working With Children Check;

If this sounds like you, please provide the following:

• A cover letter outlining why you would be a great fit for this role
• A resume which outlines your educational and employment background

Employing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People at Ngwala is integral to keeping our services culturally aligned so we strongly encourage Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander People to apply for this role and others as they become available

*Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit pre-employment checks including a Police Check, Victorian Employment Working with Children Check, Health Declaration and/or a medical check as well as right to work in Australia Check.