CatholicCare is on the lookout for enthusiastic Housie Worker's to join their team on a casual basis. This role involves working Friday evenings, based in Newcastle West.
As a Housie Worker, you will be the backbone of our exciting game nights, ensuring everything runs smoothly from start to finish. This role is all about ensuring fairness, adhering to regulations, and most importantly, creating a fun and welcoming atmosphere for all our players.
Benefits of Working With Us
- Directly contribute to improving the lives of many in the community.
- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport (T&C’s apply).
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- A great friendly environment of dedicated and passionate co-workers.
- Enjoy up to 10% off at top retailers with our mnBenefits program.
- Corporate benefits, including EAP, flu shots and more.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Housie, also known as Bingo, is a popular game of chance that requires precise management and coordination to ensure smooth gameplay and participant satisfaction.
The Housie Worker will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the game, from setup, calling games, selling cards and raffle tickets, prize distribution, cleaning and packing away after the sessions and canteen assistance. This role will be ensuring fairness, compliance with regulations, and a fun atmosphere for all players.
EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA
- A welcoming and inclusive manner.
- Sound organisational skills and good attention to detail.
- A clear and concise communicator who displays confidence when addressing a large group of people with a microphone.
- An ability to interact positively and courteously with customers and co-workers.
- Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure.
- Must be reliable and punctual.
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of rules and procedures
- Sound administrative skills that will facilitate the completion of documentation and computer entries to ensure compliance with gaming legislation.
- Demonstrated understanding and execution of sound manual handling techniques.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Hold and maintain a current NSW “Responsible Conduct of Gambling (RCG)” Certificate
- Familiarity with Housie/Bingo rules and gameplay preferred.
- Previous experience in a similar role or in event coordination is advantageous.
To Apply
Please provide a current copy of your Resume and a Cover Letter which addresses the two criterion points below:
- Highlight any previous experience in event coordination, customer service, or similar positions you have held.
- Discuss your passion for community engagement and how you plan to contribute to the vibrant atmosphere and smooth operation of our Housie game nights.
To know more about this opportunity, please reach out to Kathryn Osborne on: kathryn.osborne@catholiccare.org.au.
Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.
Please note that applications will be reviewed and shortlisted as received up until: 11:59pm Wednesday, 21 May 2025.
Additional Information
The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.
All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate an understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children.
CatholicCare Social Services promotes the safety and wellbeing of children from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds and encourages applications from people from culturally or linguistically diverse background.
CatholicCare Social Services promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.