Housing Officer

About The Role

Join Churches of Christ in Queensland as a Housing Officer located on Bribie Island, contributing to our mission of providing safe and secure housing to build stronger communities. Your role involves managing community housing properties while supporting tenants to maintain successful tenancies, all within a value-driven and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of community housing properties effectively.
• Provide tenant support to sustain successful tenancies.
• Conduct property inspections and coordinate timely maintenance activities.
• Handle rent accounts, tenancy agreements, and ensure compliance with relevant policies.
• Address tenancy-related issues professionally, empathetically, and fairly.
• Maintain detailed records and promote high-quality service delivery.

Essential Requirements

• Certificate IV qualification in Social Housing, Community Services, or commensurate experience.
• Background in tenancy management, property management, or community services.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s Licence.
• Competency with computers and Microsoft Office applications at an intermediate level.
• Current or willingness to obtain National Police Check and Blue Card.
• Strong commitment to respectful, person-centered service provision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with social and community housing programs.
• Awareness of challenges faced by individuals experiencing housing stress, homelessness, or disabilities.
• Knowledge of the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008.

About Churches of Christ

With over 140 years of service, Churches of Christ in Queensland is a leading not-for-profit organization offering diverse community services including aged care, home care, foster and kinship care, as well as housing support. Our core values—Integrity, Compassion, Excellence, and Courage—support a welcoming and inclusive culture for staff and community alike.

Why Join Us

• Engage in meaningful work that has real impact on individuals’ lives.
• Access to career growth and professional development opportunities.
• Join a purpose-driven, expanding not-for-profit organization centered on community impact.
• Experience a supportive, inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.
• Enjoy generous employment benefits including five weeks of annual leave.
• Benefit from salary packaging valued up to $18,549 tax-free, applicable to everyday living expenses and meals/entertainment.

Additional Information

Both full-time and part-time permanent positions are available based at Bribie Island.

Churches of Christ is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

For inquiries, contact Arlene Lewis at 07 3327 1674.

Applications are reviewed as they are received.