Volunteer - Lead Tenant

About the Program

The Lead Tenant Program sits within the Community Integration Accommodation Options (CIAO) team at Melbourne City Mission (MCM).

Young people are supported by dedicated case workers who assist with education, employment, health, advocacy and long-term planning. As a Lead Tenant, your contribution is relational and practical — modelling routines, healthy communication and shared responsibility within a household.

What the Role Involves 

• Residing in an MCM property alongside up to two young people and another Lead Tenant
• Modelling respectful communication and daily structure
• Supporting the development of independent living skills (cooking, budgeting, routines)
• Maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
• Communicating regularly with CIAO staff
• Contacting the On-Call Worker in emergencies
• Always acting in the best interests of young people

What You Receive 

• In-kind benefit of accommodation and utilities
• Ongoing professional supervision
• Training and development opportunities
• 24/7 on-call support in case of emergency
• Practical experience in the youth and community services sector
• The opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a young person’s growth
• Lead Tenants are encouraged to maintain employment, study and social connections outside the home.

Commitment & Probation Period 

This position is subject to:

• A three-month probationary period (which may be extended to six months).
• This ensures the arrangement is a good fit for both the Lead Tenant, Program and Young People.

How to Apply 

Applications must include:

• Current resume
• Cover letter outlining: Your motivation for applying
• Addressing the key selection criteria

Benefits of working with MCM include:

• Diverse and inclusive organisation
• Supportive learning and development environment
• Culture of continuous improvement

Applications close at 5pm on 14 September 2026. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. For enquiries: recruitment@mcm.org.au

All Lead Tenant volunteers must hold:

• Current Working with Children Check
• National Police Check
• International Police Check (if required)

This property is located in Northern Suburbs.

About MCM

MCM is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to safety. MCM embraces differences because we know that diversity and inclusion help us to attract, recruit, engage and retain talented people. 
We are a leading not-for profit-for-purpose organisation that offer a broad range of services in Disability, Homelessness, Palliative Care and Education.

Our commitment to Safety

MCM is committed to the safety of its clients and employees, taking a zero-tolerance approach to violence within the workplace and abuse, including child abuse and abuse of people with disability. All employees are required to comply with the Child Safe Standards.

Our commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity of Access

At MCM we embrace our differences because we know that diversity helps us to innovate and make the biggest impact possible. Our DEI Strategy supports and drives an inclusive workplace culture. We embrace the learning opportunities that come with authentic commitment to equity of access for all. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.