Property Manager / Housing Officer – Southern Cross Community Housing

  • Ulladulla

About the role

Be a valued member of the Tenancy Team
Competitive base + salary packaging + super
Opportunity for professional development & a new career
About Us

We are a leading Not for Profit organisation with a service delivery area spanning from Wollongong to Eden, across to the Snowy Mountains.

Comprising 8 offices and over 75 employees, we own and manage over $1 billion worth of assets, over 2,300 dwellings housing over 5,000 people.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

Provide housing assistance to individuals and families, supporting them to achieve positive outcomes.
Form relationships with support agencies to enable effective collaboration.
Attend routine property inspections to assess and ensure the condition and upkeep of properties.
Effectively manage rent and other receivables for all properties in the portfolio.
Ensure that housing requirements are communicated effectively to both tenant and support services in the endeavour to support tenants to maintain their housing.
Respond accordingly to any tenancy management issues and escalate as required.
Willingness to undertake travel to support regional offices and/or undertake professional development activities.
To be successful in this role, you will have:

Detailed understanding of the needs of people accessing Social and Affordable Housing, including clients from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
Experience working with vulnerable people including those with complex needs.
Strong engagement skills and ability to interact effectively and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships in a non-judgemental and positive framework.
Commitment to developing a positive workplace and cohesive team, in addition to fostering a safe work culture and to applying modern OHS practices.
We are looking for someone who can work independently, manage their tasks efficiently, and thrive in a remote or autonomous work environment. If you're passionate about making a positive impact in the community and are ready for a rewarding career with opportunities for professional growth, we’d love to hear from you!

Essential Qualifications and Licensing:

Current NSW Drivers licence
Current Working with Children Check clearance
Criminal record check providing suitable clearance to work with vulnerable members of the community
Relevant tertiary qualifications:
Certificate/Diploma in Social Housing / Community Services, or
Real estate license, or
Equivalent work experience.
Essential Clearances and Licensing:

Current NSW Drivers licence
Current Working with Children Check clearance (will be arranged by SCH)
Criminal record check providing suitable clearance to work with vulnerable members of the community (will be arranged by SCH)
About the Role & Perks of the Job:

A permanent (28hrs p.w.) role located in our Ulladulla office.
Working for a registered charity (and PBI) you will have access to salary sacrifice (up to the ATO threshold) which can increase your ‘take home’ pay by thousands of dollars.
Paid study leave program – supporting you to progress at SCH and expand your knowledge.
Recognition & Rewards program – rewarding our high achievers!
Journey Insurance – covering you as you travel to & from work.
Annual retreats – to forge positive working relationships with your peers and give everyone an opportunity to contribute to our organisation’s future strategies.
Employee Assistance Program, offering free and confidential counselling and support to you and your immediate family, for anything you need – including personal (non-work related) struggles.
How to Apply:

Submit your application via Seek
2 Documents required in PDF format: Resume + cover letter (Attn: Hollie Dykes) addressing selection criteria.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. If we identify suitable applicants prior to the posted closing date for this role we reserve the right to close this position sooner without notice. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this job.

SCH is committed to ensuring that our workplace is safe and free from known risks to the health and safety of our clients and employees. Please note all appointments are subject to a safety screening process, including a Working with Children Check, Police Records Check, and pre-employment medical.

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