Housing Services Officer

THE ROLE

This role is part of a network of community workers and organisations that share the responsibility for working with vulnerable people to promote and support their wellbeing.

Based in offices across the state and working across the Western Melbourne Housing Advice and Assistance Team, the role undertakes a range of tasks relating to the provision of housing advice and assistance that may include :

• providing support and information on services
• identifying and assessing Victorians' housing needs and their eligibility for services
• providing assistance and support to clients in applying for social housing or bond loans.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

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Previous applicants will be considered in the new recruitment process, i nterviews are likely to be held 5 September or week of 9 September 2024

COVID-19 VACCINATION

The department strongly recommends (but does not mandate) that employees maintain their COVID-19 vaccination status in accordance with current , given their individual circumstances. As of June 2023, DFFH does not require evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.