Case Worker – Accommodation Services

TINOCA | Beldon | Permanent full-time

37.5 hours per week: three days 8am–4pm and two days 11am–7pm

SCHADS Level 4

Help young people find their feet and build a future |

At Youth Futures, we believe every young person deserves a safe place to call home, to feel heard and respected, and to have someone in their corner.

We're looking for a passionate and committed Case Worker to join our accommodation services team, supporting young people aged 15–21 who are experiencing homelessness or housing instability.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference through relationship-based, trauma-informed and person-centred practice, where young people's voices, choices and rights remain at the centre of everything we do.

What your week looks like

You'll work across two accommodation programs, supporting a caseload of approximately 12 young people:

- TINOCA – Crisis Accommodation: Supporting six young people aged 15–19 living in our 24/7 supported accommodation service in Beldon.

- TAP North – Transitional Accommodation: Providing outreach-based case management to six young people aged 15–21 living in transitional accommodation and working towards greater independence.

The young people we support may be navigating complex circumstances, including trauma, mental health challenges, alcohol and other drug use, family and domestic violence, and involvement with the justice system.

Your role is to build meaningful relationships, understand each young person's individual circumstances, and work alongside them to strengthen their safety, stability, independence and opportunities for the future.

What you'll do

- Build trusting, respectful and professional relationships with young people.

- Undertake assessments, identify support needs, and develop risk assessments and safety plans.

- Work alongside young people to develop and review individualised, strengths-based case plans that reflect their goals and aspirations.

- Support young people to develop practical living skills,



confidence and greater independence.

- Advocate for young people's access to housing, education, employment, health and specialist support services.

- Coordinate referrals and collaborate with external agencies to provide holistic and connected support.

- Support young people through transitions, including planning for sustainable housing pathways and positive exits.

- Maintain accurate, timely and professional case notes, records and reporting.

- Identify, respond to and escalate safeguarding concerns and risks in accordance with organisational policies and relevant legislative requirements.

- Contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive service environment.

You'll be a great fit if you

- Have experience working with young people experiencing homelessness, disadvantage or complex support needs.

- Believe in working with young people, recognising their strengths, choices, rights and capacity to make decisions about their own lives.

- Demonstrate trauma-informed, culturally responsive and relationship-based practice.

- Understand the importance of the YACWA Youth Work Code of Ethics and can apply ethical principles in everyday practice.

- Can navigate complex situations, maintain professional boundaries and respond confidently to risk and safeguarding concerns.

- Are organised, accountable and committed to high-quality case management and documentation.

- Value collaboration, reflective practice and continuous learning.

- Bring empathy, respect and a genuine commitment to supporting young people to achieve meaningful outcomes.

What you'll need

- A degree or diploma in Youth Work, Community Services, Social Work or a related discipline,



or substantial relevant experience.

- A current Working with Children Check.

- A National Police Clearance (issued within the last 6 months).

- A current Western Australian driver's licence.

- Eligibility to work in Australia.

- Valid Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting HLTAID012

Benefits

- In addition to your remuneration package, you will receive:

- Generous salary packaging, including up to $15,900 per annum for general living expenses and an additional $2,650 per annum for meal and entertainment expenses

- 4 weeks annual leave, plus leave loading

- 3 additional days leave allocated over the Christmas period

- Access to our staff EAP program

- Working with a supportive, multidisciplinary team, and work that genuinely changes lives

Why join Youth Futures?

You'll be part of a team committed to providing safe, respectful and meaningful support to young people experiencing homelessness.

We recognise that this work can be complex and challenging, and we value collaboration, reflective practice, professional development and supporting our people to deliver quality services.

Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a genuine difference in young people's lives, supporting them to build stability, strengthen their independence and work towards a future of their choosing.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with lived experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

If you're ready for a rewarding role, contributing to a service that genuinely changes lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your application, including a current resume and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role and why you want to work for Youth Futures.

We encourage early applications, as shortlisting may commence before the closing of the advert.

For more information about the role, contact:

Liz Lalor – *@youthfutures.com.au or 0407 744

📌 Case Worker - Accommodation Services (Beldon)
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