Case Manager

Launch Housing is an independent Melbourne based community organisation passionately committed to ending homelessness. From providing high quality housing and an innovative range of support, education and employment services, we bring solutions to homelessness under one roof for thousands at risk of, or experiencing the crisis and trauma of homelessness. With over 400 staff working across 16 locations in metropolitan Melbourne, we combine direct action with advocacy, research and innovation to drive widespread change. Our people are the backbone of our organisation and supporting their wellbeing and professional development is critical to our ability to help our clients and the community. We value lived experience and diversity in our staff, and provide high-quality training & supervision, wellbeing days, access to an Employee Assistance Program and much more to ensure your career with us is fulfilling. Don’t just walk past homelessness. Join the solution. Our benefits Contributing to useful and rewarding work and giving something back to the community Wellbeing days, ceremonial leave, carers leave and study leave Flexible working arrangements Purchased leave 17.5% leave loading 8 weeks’ gender neutral paid parental leave after 12 months of service for both the primary and secondary carer Training and career growth opportunities across Launch Housing A portion of your income can be tax‑free by salary packaging your personal expenses Additional tax‑free salary packaging on dining and accommodation expenses Positive, supportive and progressive work environment About the opportunity The primary purpose of the Case Manager – Young Women’s Support is to assist with the immediate and ongoing support needs of young women or those that identify as female (16‑25), that are at risk of or experiencing homelessness predominately in the Southeast of Melbourne. This primarily consists of providing a range of flexible support services and high‑level coordination to clients, through a strength based and trauma informed, case management support model to maximise independence and minimise service dependence. Young Women’s Support Service acknowledges and is designed to address the unique needs of young women at risk of entering or already linked into the youth homelessness system. Using outreach and meeting young women where they are in the community, with a focus on housing and its stability, connection to community, support of multiple needs including but not limited to mental illness, substance abuse issues, engaging in education or employment and general wellbeing for support periods of up to 3 months. Role purpose The purpose of this role is to support young women and those who identify as female. As such, only candidates who are women or who identify as female will be considered. Job details Permanent full‑time role (76 hours per fortnight) based at Cheltenham. As part of our commitment to increasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates will be given priority consideration. All other candidates are welcome to apply. This approach is a special measure under section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic), designed to promote substantive equality. For more information, please contact Michael March at *************@launchhousing.org.au How to apply To apply for this opportunity, please click on "Apply for this job" button. Please submit a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and your CV. For a copy of the position description please contact us at *******@launchhousing.org.au. Equal Opportunity & other considerations Launch Housing offers a wide range of career opportunities and employs a diverse range of talent. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons to apply We acknowledge, respect and celebrate Aboriginal cultures, languages, connections to Country and heritage, customs and practices. We're committed to support Aboriginal peoples to obtain genuine and fulfilling career with us Launch Housing is a dog-friendly organisation, which allows dog owners to bring them in some of our sites, please contact the relevant Hiring Manager if you have any questions or concerns prior to your interview. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know at *******@launchhousing.org.au. Launch Housing is committed to being a child safe organisation and has zero tolerance to child abuse. Our hiring process involves rigorous screening of applicants. All of our people including students, contractors and volunteers must hold a valid Working with Children Check and satisfactory criminal history record check. Launch Housing is an Equal Opportunity employer and supports accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender diverse, intersex or queer. We acknowledge Lived Experience as a unique expertise and encourage people with a Lived Experience of Homelessness to apply. All applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Launch Housing is working to become more trauma informed and as a leading employer in the homelessness sector, it is important to let you know that you will hear stories of distress, hardship, trauma, or violence when working with us. We encourage you to reflect on how this may impact you when considering applying for the role. #J-18808-Ljbffr