Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Homelessness Worker
Core
Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people referred through the court system who are at risk of homelessness, providing culturally safe, trauma-informed support to secure housing and reduce justice system involvement.
Role type
Senior IC homelessness worker (housing pathways)
Builds
Housing pathways and support plans for clients at risk of homelessness
Domain
Social services / Housing / Justice system
Required skills
Trauma-informed support, housing needs assessment, community service navigation, relationship building with courts and organizations, cultural competency, complex case management
Preferred skills
Knowledge of intergenerational trauma impacts, experience with family violence cases
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Meet clients to understand housing needs, assess and assist in securing crisis/long-term housing, create support plans, connect clients with community services, build relationships with courts and housing providers
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC