Housing Transition Specialist

Housing Transition Specialist

Part-time - Contract until June 2027

Brunswick, VIC

About the Role

BaptistCare is seeking an experienced and capable Housing Transition Specialist to join our highly supportive housing team on a fixed-term contract until 30 June 2027, working 4 days per week. This is a unique opportunity for someone with strong tenancy management experience who is confident working in complex environments and committed to achieving fair, respectful and legally sound outcomes.

The role is focused on managing a small portfolio of complex tenancies within a program transitioning to closure. It requires a high level of autonomy, sound judgement, and advanced knowledge of the Residential Tenancies Act and VCAT processes. You will support tenants through change using a person-centred and trauma-informed approach, connecting them with external supports where necessary to secure alternative housing.

This is a challenging role, but it offers strong collegial support and the opportunity to make a real difference during a critical period of transition. It would suit someone who is resilient, organised, compassionate, and able to navigate difficult tenancy matters with professionalism and care.

What You'll Bring

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field or significant experience in tenancy management.
• Advanced knowledge of the Residential Tenancies Act and VCAT processes.
• Experience in housing, homelessness, community services, or a closely related field
• Demonstrated ability to work with people facing complex needs in a trauma-informed, person-centred way
• Excellent communication skills - written, verbal, and the ability to simply listen
• A current Victorian driver's licence and Working with Children's check (or willingness to obtain)
• Alignment with BaptistCare's values of respect, compassion, and justice - the kind of values you already live by

About Us

BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.

We know that life's challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.

That's what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.

How to Apply:

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Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
• The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check.

Please apply directly to the role - email applications will not be accepted.

If you require support with the application process, please contact Eman on [email protected]

BaptistCare - Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.

BaptistCare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected.