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Make a difference where it matters most
At Housing Choices Australia, we believe everyone deserves a safe and affordable home. We are a leading not-for-profit housing provider committed to building inclusive and thriving communities. Our Five-Year Strategic Plan (2024-29) prioritises people and aims to deliver social impact, sustainable growth, and empowered teams.
Introduction:
Make a difference where it matters most
At Housing Choices Australia, we believe everyone deserves a safe and affordable home. We are a leading not-for-profit housing provider committed to building inclusive and thriving communities. Our Five-Year Strategic Plan (2024-29) prioritises people and aims to deliver social impact, sustainable growth, and empowered teams.
Join us in building a better future, one home at a time.
Why you will love working with us
Join a passionate, purpose-driven team where your work creates lasting impact, and your wellbeing, growth, and individuality are genuinely valued.
* Purposeful impact - make a meaningful difference in people’s lives by supporting inclusive, safe, and affordable housing.
* Growth and development - enhance your skills and advance your career through tailored learning opportunities.
* Balance that works - enjoy 5 weeks annual leave and flexible working arrangements suited to your lifestyle.
* Valuable benefits - increase your income through salary packaging, salary continuance insurance, and 16 weeks of paid parental leave.
* Supportive culture - be recognised and celebrated in an inclusive, values-driven workplace.
Description:
About The Role
You will be a key member of the Common Ground Adelaide Supportive Housing team, delivering face-to-face programs, activities, and initiatives that enhance life opportunities for residents. Your work will directly support social inclusion, creativity, wellbeing, and community connection.
This role is ideal for someone who excels at relationship-building, program coordination, community engagement, and working collaboratively.
* Build connections between residents, local communities, and service providers to foster social participation and inclusion
* Design and deliver creative, health-based, and skills development programs tailored to resident needs
* Recruit volunteers and establish partnerships with external agencies
* Collaborate on reports, grants, budgets, and evaluations
* Collect and analyse program data to inform improvements and meet reporting requirements
* Apply Housing First principles, trauma-informed care, and recovery-oriented practices
* Contribute to continuous improvement through training, reflective practice, and team learning
About The Team
The Customer Services division is central to delivering responsive, resident-focused services that foster safe, inclusive, and supportive housing communities. We design and implement housing services that prioritise resident wellbeing, accessibility, and satisfaction, utilising customer insights to inform continuous improvement. It ensures residents receive personalised support aligned with their diverse needs, enhancing quality of life and community connection.
Skills and Experiences:
About You
You will have:
* Relevant tertiary qualification in social work, community development, human services, or a related field
* Experience delivering community programs or partnerships in housing, human services, or a similar sector
* Excellent communication, project coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills
* Knowledge of strengths-based, trauma-informed, and person-centred practices
* Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively
You must agree to undergo any required employment screening, including but not limited to a National Criminal History or Police Check, Working with Children or Vulnerable Persons Check, and NDIS Worker Screening Check.
Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value unique experiences and perspectives.
Our values in action
Everything we do is guided by our shared values:
* Putting people first - we listen, respect, and respond to our communities.
* Working together - collaboration helps us achieve better outcomes.
* Doing the right thing - we act with integrity and accountability.
* Acting boldly - we innovate to address current housing challenges.
We are committed to a strategy that supports tenant wellbeing, organisational growth, environmental responsibility, and workforce empowerment.
Belong at Housing Choices
We are an inclusive and values-led employer, proudly welcoming people of all identities and backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those with lived experience of housing insecurity.
We support inclusive hiring practices. Please let us know your pronouns or if you require any adjustments during the application process, as we are here to assist you.
How To Apply
Apply now via clicking the Apply button.
Applications close: Tuesday 6 May 2025 unless a suitable candidate is identified earlier.
For further information, please contact Chelsea Isaacson, People & Culture Business Partner at (03) 8636 9408.
If you do not meet every requirement, please still apply, as we value potential and diverse experiences as much as a perfect CV.
Disclaimer: To the best of Housing Choices Australia’s knowledge, this information is valid at the time of publication
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