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About our opportunity

We are seeking TWO ADDITIONAL candidates to join a new team responding to the increasing impacts of homelessness across our city.  

Reporting to the Community Development Team Leader, you will work in pairs to outreach across the city to connect people experiencing homelessness with support services and provide education about their responsibilities whilst camping in Council-controlled public spaces.

This role will see you working closely with our Community Development, Local Laws and Asset Maintenance teams in Council’s response to homelessness.  You will also partner closely with key government and community organisations to manage emerging issues and advocate for housing outcomes.  

While representing Council, you will promote the shared use of public space across the community.

About you

We are seeking candidates who have experience in building and maintaining positive relationships with diverse stakeholders including people experiencing homelessness, Government Departments, community services, businesses, and residents.

You will have a high level of self-awareness and ability to maintain a calm and professional approach when engaging with people that may feel aggrieved, become aggressive, and/or be experiencing mental and physical health concerns.

You will bring your problem-solving skills to respond to crisis using empathy and professionalism.

Position Description

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Why join the City of Moreton Bay Team?

As the third largest local government area in Australia and the fifth fastest growing region, the Moreton Bay region boasts beautiful beaches and waterways, amazing manufacturing hubs and picturesque hinterland hamlets. Moreton Bay has a strong and connected community that enjoys all the traditional Jinibara, Kabi Kabi and Turrbal country has to offer within our region.

With a diverse workforce of more than 2,000 team members dedicated to servicing the needs and enhancing the lifestyle of nearing 500,000 residents, each team member has an intrinsic ability to impact our community. Whether you’re a manager or working on the frontline, your role will make a difference - bring your expertise and join our driven team today.

Aside from an opportunity to build a rewarding career within a diverse and growing organisation, we offer a range of team member benefits including:

• Discounted Health Insurance.
• Free flu vaccinations every year.
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities.
• We are proud to offer opportunities to develop your career within a local government organisation and our team members are encouraged to undertake study for career development in their area of employment under our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Generous employer and employee super contribution scheme.
• Salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• We want you and your family to feel well supported when you need it most - as a team member you will have access our 24/7 confidential counselling service and leader support hotline. 
• Our Strathpine office has local parking on-site and is in close proximity to public transport networks.
• Flexibility depends on the type of work you do but could include options such as work from home, part time, 9-day fortnights and flexible days. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you!

How to Apply

Click on the 'Apply' button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role.

Please note: applicants will be required to undergo a National Police History Check as part of the recruitment process for this role.

To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at careers@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. 

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*Applications will close, Sunday 29 September 2024.