Case Worker, Drug Court Homelessness & Assistance Program
- Full time, fixed term for 12 months
- Opportunity for working from home arrangements
- Dandenong Location
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of people experiencing homelessness and family violence? Join wayss, the largest provider of homelessness, housing, and family violence services in South East Melbourne.
We’re seeking a dedicated Case Worker to join our Drug Court Homelessness Assistance Program (DCHAP) team. This is a unique opportunity to work collaboratively with the Dandenong Drug Court and support individuals on a Drug Treatment Order (DTO) to access safe, sustainable housing and address the factors contributing to homelessness.
Why Join wayss?
- Full-Time, fixed term for 12 months | SCHADS Level 5
- 5 Weeks Annual Leave + Generous Personal Leave Entitlements
- Salary Packaging Benefits up to $15,900 per annum
- Rainbow Tick Accredited – Inclusive and welcoming workplace
- Professional Learning & Development Opportunities
- Hybrid Working Arrangements
- Modern Dandenong Offices – Close to public transport and the market
Working at wayss
At wayss, our people are our greatest asset. We’re committed to creating a workplace where you feel valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact.
About the Role
Reporting to the Team Leader, Transitional Support, you will:
- Deliver responsive, flexible outreach case management
- Support clients to secure short, medium, and long-term housing
- Empower individuals through a strengths-based approach
- Collaborate with the Drug Court team and external agencies
- Provide advocacy, safety planning, and intensive support
About You
You bring:
- Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, or related field
- Experience in community services and working with complex needs
- Knowledge of social housing and homelessness support
- Strong case management and advocacy skills
- Ability to work autonomously and contribute to service improvement
- A current Driver’s Licence and valid ‘Employment’ category Working with Children Check
- Successful completion of wayss pre-employment screening (police and identity check)
Apply Now
Applications close Thursday 11th June, but may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.
Include a cover letter addressing the criteria in the “About You” section.
For more information, contact Serena Fonseka on 8797 1668.
wayss is proud to be an inclusive and child safe organisation. Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate must be prepared to undertake a National Police Check and possess a valid Working with Children Check.
wayss is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to being an organisation that embraces a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion within our workforce and approach to service delivery. We encourage people with lived experience to apply for roles at wayss. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic communities, people of all ages and LGBTIQ people. wayss is a proud Rainbow Tick accredited organisation that welcomes everyone across the LGBTIQ community.
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