Job Description
Youth Housing Case Manager
Pay: SCHADS Level 5 +casual loading = $63.76 per hour + superannuation
Location: Beenleigh , QLD
Employment Type: Full time - Fixed Term (March to June)
Tradewind Australia is partnering with a respected community youth housing and homelessness service in the Logan region to recruit two full-time Youth Housing Case Managers for a short-term contract from March to June. This role supports young people aged 16-25 who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness, helping them build independence, stability and connection to community supports.
This is a hands-on, youth-focused role where you will work directly with young people to strengthen life skills, support housing outcomes and coordinate access to services that promote long-term wellbeing.
About the Role
As a Youth Housing Case Manager, you will provide intensive, person-centred case management and practical support to young people experiencing housing instability or homelessness. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will support young people to identify goals, navigate services and build the skills needed to maintain safe and stable housing.
You will also collaborate with community partners, housing services and support networks to ensure coordinated, trauma-informed support.
Benefits
- SCHADS Level 5 plus casual loading + super
- Full-time fixed-term opportunity (March-June)
- Meaningful work supporting young people experiencing homelessness
- Collaborative team environment within a specialist youth service
- Opportunity to strengthen community housing and youth engagement experience
Key Responsibilities
- Provide trauma-informed case management to young people aged 16-25
- Conduct intake, assessment and support planning with young people
- Assist clients to access housing, education, employment and community supports
- Provide advocacy, information and referrals to relevant services
- Support young people to build life skills, independence and stability
- Maintain accurate case notes, documentation and client records
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to coordinate care
- Participate in team meetings, case reviews and program activities
What You'll Bring
Essential
- Degree qualification in Human Services, Social Work, Youth Work or a related field
- Experience supporting young people experiencing or at risk of homelessness
- Demonstrated case management, assessment and advocacy skills
- Strong ability to engage young people from diverse backgrounds, including those experiencing complex needs such as mental health challenges, family violence, financial stress or substance use
- Strong communication, relationship-building and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team
- Current Driver's Licence
- Current Blue Card (Working with Children Check) or willingness to obtain
Desirable
- Experience working in youth homelessness or housing services
- Knowledge of trauma-informed and strengths-based practice
- Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and culturally diverse young people
About Tradewind Australia
Tradewind Australia is a multi-award-winning recruitment agency, recognised nationally for delivering exceptional candidate experience across the education, social and community services sectors.
We partner with leading organisations across Australia to connect skilled professionals with roles that align with their values, strengths and long-term career goals.
What sets Tradewind apart:
- Winner of multiple Candidate Experience Awards
- Specialist consultants with deep sector expertise
- Tailored support throughout the entire recruitment process
- Insight into organisational culture, leadership and role expectations
- Transparent communication and ongoing post-placement care
We focus on supporting people, not just filling jobs.
Apply Now
If you're a passionate Youth Case Manager looking for a meaningful full-time short-term opportunity supporting young people experiencing homelessness, we'd love to hear from you.
Please apply today with your CV and a short cover letter or contact Melissa.Jacquier@twrecruitment.com.au or on 1800 572 358 for more information.
Commitment to Child Safety, Inclusion and to be an equal opportunities employer
Tradewind Australia is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and vulnerable people. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. All successful applicants will undergo reference checks, identity verification and Working with Children Check and further compliance requests pending the organisation's requirements.
