Western Australia, Western Australia Australian Red Cross
Applicants must be Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. This is a measure intended to achieve equality under section 35ZD of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
* Part time role, 22.8 hours per week
* Maximum term until 30 June 2020
* Broome or Derby location

The role
Provide strengths-based case management support for older people who are living in insecure housing, are homeless or at risk of homelessness. You will link Assistance with Care and Housing (ACH) participants to the most appropriate range of housing and care services in order to meet their immediate and ongoing needs. You will also establish and maintain linkages with relevant services, participate in relevant networks, contribute to the successful operations of the Outridge Terrace Aboriginal accommodation facility and represent the Red Cross ACH program in the Goldfields region.
 
About you
Demonstrated ability to work with older people with multiple and changing needs, including mental illness and homelessness and a proven understanding of the target groups for ACH and of the range of issues impacting their wellbeing and the ability to build trusting, respectful relationships with program participants is essential. Demonstrated strengths-based casework and case management skills and practice are also required.
 
For further information refer to the position description below or contact Barbara Hollin on 0439 901 591.
 
Assistance with Care and Housing Program Officer PD K.pdf

Location: Australia and Oceania,--Western Australia

Source: Uniting News