• Case Manager (OOHC) - The Burdekin Association
• SCHADS Industry Award Level 4 + salary packaging + super

We are looking for a Case Manager superstar! You will have a passion for Youth Services, experience with Trauma & Complex Behaviours and bring empathy and kindness to your role!

About Us

The Burdekin Association Inc. (www.burdekin.org.au) is a community-based not-for-profit organisation. We aim to prevent youth homelessness and family breakdown by providing a range of innovative accommodation, care and support services to young people and families on Sydney’s Northern Beaches and Inner West suburbs.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join an established and growing organisation, dedicated to make a real difference to the lives of young people! You will be reporting to OOHC Manager and working alongside a team of Case Managers, Supportive Specialists and Youth Workers to provide person-centred case management to young people who come to our service, to ensure that the young person’s day-to-day needs are met, encourage and support active participation in education & program activities, and facilitate development of the young person’s personal & living skills. If you are looking to join a supportive and passionate team, wanting to support young people to reach their full potential and are looking to build a career within a not-for-profit organisation, this is the role for you!

What We Offer

• The opportunity to build a career with a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to making a difference
• Phone and Laptop Provided
• An induction program when you commence with us
• Corporate events: bbq's, team building activities, Christmas Party and more!
• Burdekin Shine Awards: Quarterly awards for staff recognition!
• Flexible working options including WFH
• Salary Packaging pre-tax benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program – independent confidential counselling service
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members

Essential Criteria

• Minimum Diploma qualification in Social Work, Social Welfare, Psychology or related fields.
• At least two years case management experience.
• Knowledge, skills and experience working with young people and their families in a respectful and caring manner
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Available to participate in an on-call roster
• Able to provide a cleared National Police Check & Working with Children Check (paid work clearance)
• Must have your own vehicle and drivers licence
• Eligible to work in Australia

Desirable

• Experience in OOHC programs
• Experience working with complex and challenging young people and young people at risk of homelessness

The Burdekin Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applications are encouraged from people with culturally & linguistically diverse and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Island indigenous backgrounds.