Rapid Rehousing Worker bei Salvationarmy

Why this role matters

The Salvation Army (Salvos) is one of the largest providers of homelessness services across the country. Our philosophy is that every person should be afforded dignity and respect and that no one should be without a safe, affordable, and secure home. We provide services and support to adults, and families with accompanying children in the form of accommodation, case management, assertive outreach, financial assistance, community connection and referral services.

About the role

As a Rapid Rehousing Worker, this is your opportunity to provide intensive and timely support for consumers placed in crisis/emergency accommodation who have been assessed as being private rental ready.

Reporting to the Team Leader, this fixed term part-time position offering 30.4 hours per week is contracted until October 2026, located in Geelong, VIC.

How you will make an impact

• Deliver tailored case management for clients in emergency accommodation, including assessments, individualised planning, and intensive housing support
• Support clients through private rental processes, including applications, inspections, lease preparation, and advocacy with service providers
• Coordinate ongoing client support, manage referrals, provide interim post-housing assistance, and report progress to the Team Leader
• Handle administrative tasks such as motel bookings, payments, case notes, data tracking, and ensure compliance with relevant policies
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with real estate agents and landlords to support housing outcomes and service quality

What you will bring

• A Tertiary qualification in Social Work or a related field and or experience in real estate
• A current VIC Drivers Licence and Employee Working with Children’s Check
• Demonstrated experience in working in the Homelessness sector and understanding of the Victorian Homelessness & Housing service system, including legislative requirements
• A strong ability to understand and respond to the needs of individuals experiencing housing, homelessness and/or tenancy issues
• Ability to work effectively with individuals in a case management process, undertaking assessments; developing & reviewing case plans; and provide strength-based support to assist individuals, families, and children
• An understanding of the housing sector including role, context, principles, philosophies, tenancy law and legislation

What we offer

The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit
• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts

Conditions  

Compensation is in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award Level 5.

How to apply 

Are you ready to make a difference and help individuals rebuild their lives? Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the role's requirements. Together, we can create lasting change and build a more inclusive and compassionate community.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration