Current Recruitment
SAHSSI is currently recruiting for the following position:
1. Health Link Worker - Connect Well Program (Nowra Crisis Accommodation)
- Part-Time Contract (30 June 2027) - 15.2 hours per week
About Us
SAHSSI is a not-for-profit specialist domestic violence and homelessness service in the Illawarra / Shoalhaven. We support women and children who are at risk of domestic violence and homelessness to recover, reduce their trauma, increase their safety, and build their capacity to thrive in the community. We also support men who are homeless or at risk of homelessness through the Shoalhaven Homeless Hub.
SAHSSI is committed to reconciliation, lived experience, and inclusivity. We strongly encourage women from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, women from multi-cultural backgrounds, older women, women with a disability, women who identify as LGBTIQA, or women with lived experience of domestic violence or homelessness to apply for a role with SAHSSI.
SAHSSI offers:
- A chance to love the work you do, feel respected, and be part of a team that makes a difference.
- An excellent workplace culture that is genuinely supportive, motivating, and inspiring.
- Flexible working arrangements to help you balance work and home responsibilities.
- Attractive Not-For-Profit Salary packaging options.
- Monthly Mental Health day for full-time staff, prorata for part-time.
- Maternity Leave provisions
- Ongoing Training and Development program.
- Staff Recognition and Reward Program.
- Option for flexible Public Holiday Leave for days of cultural or religious significance.
- 24/7 access to mental, physical, social and financial support via an Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family.
SAHSSI is seeking a Health Link Worker to coordinate integrated health care for women and children residing in our Nowra Crisis Accommodation. This new role is part of the Connect Well Program, delivered in partnership with COORDINARE, which brings GP and nursing care on-site for victim-survivors of family, domestic and sexual violence.
The Health Link Worker will:
- Support the operation of the GP clinic based at the crisis accommodation
- Coordinate health and social support services to ensure seamless client care
- Facilitate referrals and build partnerships with local health providers and community organisations
- Support data collection and reporting for program evaluation
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of women and children experiencing homelessness and domestic violence, while contributing to an innovative new model of care.
Conditions of Employment:
Terms and conditions of employment will in accordance with the Social, Community, Home and Disability Services (SCHADS) Industry Award (Commonwealth).
To be female is a genuine requirement for these positions under Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
Please view the full job description for key responsibilities and essential criteria via www.sahssi.org.au/about/working-with-us
Job Type: Part-time
Benefits:
To apply for this position, provide:
· Resume and short cover letter (approx. 500 words) outlining your skills and experience and what you feel you can bring to our team via Indeed or email to HR@sahssi.org.au
2. Casual Recruitment
SAHSSI is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitably qualified women who would like to be considered for relief casual work when it becomes available.
As a casual, you will be available to work as a Case Manager for block periods, this could be from 1 week up to 4 weeks. Positions include Crisis Accommodation Case Manager, and Outreach Case Manager for the Illawarra / Shoalhaven.
Successful applicants will have completed their Certificate IV Community Services (or equivalent), be able to demonstrate a sound understanding of domestic violence and its effects on women and children and have a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team to support individuals and /or families from diverse cultural and language backgrounds.
Applicants must have a current Working with Children Check and Police Check. If you require information regarding this, please contact us at (02) 4229 8523 or email us at admin@sahssi.org.au
To be female is a genuine requirement for these positions under Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
Required Application Documents
To apply, please complete the form below and upload the following documents listed below
(1) Your Resume
(2) Verification of Working with Children Check and Police Check
