Case Coordinator, Homes First

Case Coordinator, Homes First

• 60 hours per fortnight, maximum-term position until 30 June 2027.
• Bendigo.

Take the next step in your career with CatholicCare Victoria.

About the Position

‘Homes First’ is a Victorian State Government initiative to provide stable housing and supports to people experiencing homelessness. CatholicCare Victoria has been contracted to deliver the Homes First program in the Loddon and Wimmera-South West regions.

The Case Coordinator, Homes First program will provide clients with three years of intensive case management support, working from a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach to support clients to address unmet needs and participate in the community.

Specifically, the position is responsible for:

• Providing personalised, integrated support addressing clients’ needs and risks.
• Facilitating and scheduling care team/professionals’ meetings with all necessary stakeholders on a regular basis.
• Ensuring housing stability using trauma-informed care, culturally safe practices, and strengths-based approaches.
• Coordinating referrals and linkages to necessary services.
• Preparing and monitoring program brokerage spending alongside the Team Leader and/or Manager.

To be considered for this position, you will require:

• Tertiary qualifications in Community Studies (Welfare) Social Work or equivalent, or other relevant qualification.
• Extensive experience working in the homelessness or community services sector would be highly regarded.
• Experience working with clients with multiple and complex needs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation and current policies, procedures and guidelines pertaining to the target group.

About CatholicCare Victoria

CatholicCare Victoria is a leading and influential provider of charitable and social services in Victoria.  The Mission of CatholicCare Victoria is to build communities that recognise and nurture the dignity of each person.  Our employees share our Mission for a stronger, more inclusive society through supporting individuals, families and communities in times of need, especially those who are most disadvantaged, vulnerable and/or marginalised.

We deliver excellence in a broad range of child, family and youth services, family relationship services, school counselling and pastoral care services, social housing, employment and advocacy services across various office locations and delivery sites in Victoria.

We draw on the principles of Catholic Social Teaching to inspire and direct our endeavours.  We value and respect human dignity, and embrace diversity in an inclusive work environment.

At CatholicCare Victoria we live our values of Respectfulness, Integrity, Inclusivity, Collaboration and Compassion.

Working for CatholicCare Victoria

At CatholicCare Victoria we offer:

• A family friendly working environment.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Salary packaging for eligible staff.

We embrace, value and respect an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated.

We are committed to the safety of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply.  We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

How to Apply

For further information and how to apply, visit our website www.catholiccarevic.org.au

Enquiries to:  Applicants are encouraged to contact Sandy Eden, Acting Team Leader, Homes First on [0482 185 132](tel:0482 185 132) for a confidential discussion.

Applications close:  Wednesday 23 September 2027

Applications are required to be submitted via our website www.catholiccarevic.org.au for your application to be considered.

Please ensure your application includes your resume and a cover letter detailing a summary of your experience relevant to the position.

The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia, undergo a National Police Check with a satisfactory outcome (and International Police Check if applicable), hold a current Working with Children’s check (employee status) and for some positions a valid drivers licence.

Should you require cultural or other support in submitting your application, please contact our People Team on [03 4344 4798](tel:03 4344 4798).

Should you require information in alternative formats, please contact our People Team on [03 4344 4798](tel:03 4344 4798).