- Make a significant difference to the community
- Supportive and inclusive team environment
- Be part of a national feminist organisation
Do you want to be part of a feminist organisation that is dedicated to making a future where gender equality is a reality? YWCA Australia is currently seeking a passionate Case Manager to join our Women’s Housing Support Team.
For over 140 years we have been working at the forefront of gender equality through our housing, community programs and advocacy. Our purpose is making young women’s leadership and women’s housing our priority for gender equity in Australia. Learn more about us here.
You'll be part of a close-knit team that values collaboration, compassion and purpose. Working across our South Melbourne office and Lakehouse Residences, you'll partner closely with the Program Coordinator to build meaningful relationships with residents and support them to achieve lasting housing and wellbeing outcomes.
As a Case Manager, you will provide holistic case management to women aged 40+ living at Lakehouse Residences, a transitional housing program in South Melbourne. The program supports women to settle and stabilise, build independence and economic participation, and successfully transition into long-term housing in the community.
Connect residents with housing, health, employment and community services, coordinating referrals and working collaboratively with external agencies to achieve positive outcomes.
You’ll be a great fit if you:
Your experience may include:
You’ll shine here if you have:
Don’t meet every single requirement? At YWCA Australia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If this role speaks to you but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway.
If you have questions about this opportunity, please contact Jo Smith via [email protected]
At YWCA Australia, our culture — The Y Way — is grounded in intersectional feminism and guided by our values: Striving for Equality, Acting from the Heart and Working Better Together.
Our latest culture survey shows that YWCA is a great place to work: 96% of our people feel supported by their team, 95% see our values lived through leadership, and 93% would recommend working here.
We want to hear from you! Submit your resume/CV and a cover letter outlining why you are the ideal candidate for this role!
Applications close at the end of the day on 17 July 2026
We’re excited to find the right fit and will be reviewing applications as they come in. Submit yours early for priority consideration, as the role may close before the advertised deadline.
We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disability, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Please connect with us at any time during the recruitment process if you require assistance to fully participate.
As part of our selection process, preferred candidates are required to complete pre‑employment screening. This includes a working rights declaration, medical and pre‑existing injuries declaration, a valid Driver’s Licence, a valid state‑based Working with Children Permit (or willingness to obtain one), and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. Any disclosable outcomes are considered in context and will not necessarily preclude progression.
