Homelessness Accommodation Support Worker

About the role

You will work alongside individuals and families experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness to help them secure suitable long-term accommodation, establish their home and build the skills and connections needed to sustain their tenancy.

Key responsibilities

• Support clients to find and secure suitable long-term accommodation.
• Provide practical support to establish and maintain successful tenancies.
• Help clients build skills, confidence and independence.
• Advocate for clients and connect them with housing, health, financial and community services.
• Provide outreach and home-based support.
• Work collaboratively with housing providers and other services.
• Maintain clear case notes, support plans and client records.

About you

• Experience in homelessness, housing, tenancy support, casework or community services.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A person-centred, strengths-based and trauma-informed approach.
• Confidence working independently and managing a caseload.
• The ability to work respectfully with people experiencing complex circumstances.
• Relevant qualifications in Community Services, Social Work or a related field are desirable.

About us

Regional Alliance West is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting individuals and families experiencing disadvantage across the Mid West, Murchison and Gascoyne regions of Western Australia. With over 40 years of service, we provide practical support, advocacy and programs that help people build stability, independence and stronger connections within their communities.

Benefits

• Part time 0.74-0.8 FTE per week
• SCHADS Award, Social and Community Services Employee Level 4
• Not-for-profit salary packaging
• Professional development and support
• A varied, practical role where you can see the impact of your work
• The opportunity to be part of a committed regional organisation