Home Share Coordinator

Position Title: Home Share Coordinator

Classification: ON15                         

Salary per hour: $50.71 + superannuation + generous salary packaging options

Employment Type: Ongoing part-time 48 hours per fortnight

Award: Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise agreement 2021-2026

 

 

Role description

Home share Mount Alexander (HMA) is part of a national and international Home share network that delivers innovative, community‑based housing solutions. Home share creates mutually beneficial arrangements where a Home provider offers affordable accommodation in exchange for agreed practical support from a Home seeker, fostering connection, independence, and community participation.

We are seeking an experienced and values‑driven Coordinator – Home share Mount Alexander to lead the implementation, management, and growth of the Home share program within the Mount Alexander Shire.

Using a strength‑based and empowerment‑focused approach, the coordinator is responsible for the delivery, promotion, evaluation, and day‑to‑day management of Home share Mount Alexander. This is a hands‑on role that combines coordination, case management, stakeholder engagement, and direct client support.

The position works closely with Home providers, Home seekers, partner organisations, and community stakeholders to ensure safe, sustainable, and person‑centred Home share arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement, coordinate, promote, and evaluate the Home share Mount Alexander program
• Manage day‑to‑day service administration and program operations
• Provide direct service delivery to program participants
• Deliver high‑quality case management and case coordination
• Provide crisis intervention, advocacy, information, and support to people at risk of, or experiencing, homelessness
• Match Home providers and Home seekers and manage ongoing relationships and agreements
• Uphold participant rights and person‑centred practice in all service delivery
• Build strong collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Support community building and social connection outcomes
• Monitor program quality, outcomes, and continuous improvement

 

About you

• A Social Work Degree or related qualification in Community Development.
• Demonstrated skills and experience in community development and cross-sectoral collaboration.
• Current Victorian Driver's License
• WWCC

 

Culture and Benefits

Dhelkaya Health is located on Dja Dja Wurrung country in regional Victoria. Just a short drive from Bendigo and easily accessed via public transport, the area is brimming with culture that blends the old with the new. Steeped in rich history, the town boasts a vibrant arts scene, historic architecture and is part of the Bendigo Region UNESCO City of Gastronomy. 

Surrounded by scenic trails and a unique natural environment that includes historic goldfields, outdoor enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world. Combined with a wide range of sporting clubs and outdoor recreation opportunities, the community offers a rich, diverse culture to enjoy.

From community events celebrating local festivals to grassroots initiatives fostering inclusivity and diversity, this is a place where people come together. At Dhelkaya Health, you'll enjoy all this and a flexible work environment with access to career development pathways that suit your life goals. You'll also benefit from:

• Stress-free parking: at no-cost close to your place of work. 
• Salary packaging: to maximise your earnings with options to package meals, entertainment, rent/mortgage repayments, and more. 
• Healthy and active lifestyle: through access to a free onsite gym and Fitness Passport membership for your family to use in a wide range of gyms, pools, and fitness facilities across the region
• Health and wellbeing: through a supported work environment that prioritises work-life balance and a health and well-being program that includes an Employee Assistance Program.
• Building meaningful connections: through the Dhelkaya Health Social Club and a variety of staff events and activities throughout the year held in a friendly, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.
• Home share - If lack of housing is stopping you from applying for a job here, consider Home share. It may help you get started at Dhelkaya Health. See this link for obligation free information.

https://dhelkayahealth.org.au/homeshare/

*All appointments are subject to a satisfactory police check, NDIS (if required) and compliance with Dhelkaya Health Vaccination Policy.

 

Our purpose and role at Dhelkaya Health is to be Healthier Together – we engage and empower individuals and community through the provision of empathetic inclusive and professional health services.  We want a workforce who share our passion and purpose and is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, and people of diverse genders and/or sexual orientations.

 

For further information about this position, please contact Courtney Stephens – Acting Manager Housing, AOD & Mental Health on 0418326806

 

Please note that candidates are required to submit a cover letter and CV together with a document addressing the key selection criteria (which can be found on the Position Description). Only candidates that supply this information will be considered for roles at Dhelkaya Health.