Organisation : Merri Outreach Support Service
Location : Melbourne (Broadmeadows)
Work type : Full-time
Profession : Community Services, Social & Support Work
Sector : Homelessness & Affordable Housing
Salary type : Hourly
Application closing date : 25 Nov, 2024
About the organisation
Merri Outreach Support Service (MOSS) exists to empower individuals facing homelessness by providing vital support services that enhance access to stable housing and community resources. Driven by a commitment to social equity, MOSS works to address the root causes of homelessness, fostering a vision where everyone has a secure place to call home and where communities are inclusive and thriving. We support people experiencing housing instability, connecting them with resou8rces that promote resilience, independence, and dignity. Our work is fueled by compassion, respect, and dedication to amore just and inclusive society.
About the role
This role as a Darebin Assertive Outreach Case Manager is all about connecting with and supporting individuals experiencing homelessness, particularly those sleeping rough or at risk. Through outreach in the Darebin community, you’ll identify people in need, link them to essential services, and provide tailored support to help stabilise their lives. The role’s purpose is to bridge the gap for those facing homelessness by offering meaningful, sustained assistance, including housing referrals, access to health services, and other essential resources. Your work will directly impact lives, helping people move toward greater stability and hope, while also contributing to MOSS’s mission of ending homelessness.
We’re looking for a candidate with a qualification in community services, social work, or a related field, along with experience in assertive outreach or homelessness support. You should be collaborative, culturally sensitive, and committed to social justice, with strong advocacy and case management skills.
How to apply
Please address the key selection criteria in your application and include 3 referees, at least one of whom is a current/recent supervisor.
Please forward applications to:
Sene Potoi Program Manager
careers@merri.org.au
Please quote in application: Assertive Outreach Case Manager via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Homelessness_and_Affordable_Housing
