Team Leader Meli Housing
Job No:
349443
Location:
Geelong
About the Opportunity
Meli is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Housing Team Leader to oversee the daily operations of the Tenancy Housing Management (THM) program, ensuring a client-focused, evidence-based approach to housing services. In this pivotal leadership role, you will support a team committed to delivering positive housing outcomes, maintaining compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships. As part of the Youth, Housing, and South West Services Leadership Team, you’ll drive service quality, oversee lease agreements, and advocate for program participants. This role is perfect for a passionate professional who thrives on collaboration, continuous improvement, and empowering others to achieve secure housing solutions.
Vacancy Details
- Fixed term position commencing late January until 29 August 2025
- 1 FTE working 38 hours per week
- $115,319 p/a + Super + Salary Packaging
- To view the Position Description, please click here
What We Offer
- Be part of a values-driven organisation where your work makes a meaningful impact and aligns with a shared purpose to make a difference.
- Flexible ways of working
- Meli Community enjoy salary packaging benefits up to $15,900/year - putting more of your income directly in your pocket and boosting your financial wellbeing
- Employee-led Inclusion Working Groups open to all employees
- Learning & Development opportunities and pathways for career progression
- Employee Assistance Program – independent confidential counselling service
- A dynamic culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
- Paid parental leave program, in addition to the government parental leave scheme
About You
To be successful in the role, you will have:
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Tenancy Management or a related field. A qualification in Social Work, Welfare/Youth Work, or a similar discipline is highly desirable.
- Comprehensive understanding of Transitional Housing Management, the Residential Tenancy Act, and the broader homelessness and allied service sectors.
- Proven knowledge of youth homelessness and its impact on self-efficacy and determination, including experience working with vulnerable young people and their families.
- Demonstrated experience in leading teams with a focus on support, accountability, and effective people management.
- Strong analytical and data management skills, with the ability to produce accurate and insightful reports.
- Understanding of the Victorian Child Safe Standards and a commitment to fostering a child-safe organisation in both culture and practice
Application Process
- Applicants must address each of the Qualifications, Skills and Experience criteria outlined in the following questionnaire and provide a current Résumé in order to be considered.
- Successful applicants will be required to provide a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) or VIT registration and undergo a National Police Check prior to commencement.
- Meli reserves the right to shortlist and interview before the closing date of this position, so please don’t delay in applying.
Contact Details
For more information about the position please contact Jo Baillon, Manager Housing Services, 0421 821 695.
Meli is committed to providing a child safe environment. We have zero tolerance of any abuse or maltreatment of children.
Meli values and celebrates diversity and are working to create a team of people who reflect the diverse community we support. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, culturally diverse people, those living with a disability, and those looking to return to the workforce following a break in their career are encouraged to apply for our roles.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please email us at recruitment@meli.org.au to let us know how we can best support you.
Applications close 11:59pm Wednesday 11 December 2024
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