About BDAC

BDAC is an ACCO (Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation) registered as a member under the umbrella of VACCHO (Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation) and represented nationally through NACCHO (National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation).

BDAC was founded to represent and provide services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living on Djaara Country.

BDAC has a responsibility to ensure growth of services, development of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, better and improved health outcomes for our people, improved quality of life and be a lead agency in providing self-determination employment and career pathways for Aboriginal people.

What We Are Offering 

• Part Time 0.8 FTE (30.4 hours a week)
• $43.07 per hour
• Fixed term 12 months
• Access to Salary Packaging
• 11% Superannuation
• Supportive work environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

About the Position 

The purpose of the Targeted Care Packages (TCP’s) is to enable the transition of eligible children and young people from residential care to more suitable care arrangements, where their overall needs will be better met. Alternative placements which could be considered as part of the package include placements with parents, family/friends, Home Base Care, independent/semi-independent living or other identified forms of care/accommodation.

The packages include an allocation of funding tailored to the needs of each individual child. In addition to transitioning children and young people out of residential care, diversion packages are also an option to help prevent children and young people entering residential care.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and assist eligible clients with the design of their TCP including consultation with the individual, extended family and carer for persons in care.
• Ensure that other external agencies are involved in the design of the TCP.
• Participate on TCP panels and ensure that each TCP meets the needs of the individual.
• Advocate on behalf of the client if the TCP does not have enough support for the individual.
• Provide appropriate case management with the client and link with BDAC programs and/or any other appropriate referral agencies.
• Maintain detailed case notes and prepare various reports including those for child protection, court proceedings, cultural support plans, case plans, LAC (Looking After Children) documentation, CIMS (Client Information Management System) reporting, and any required data collection.
• Utilise the designated client information system to manage records and adhere to program standards regarding paper file maintenance.
• Ensure the individual and any other relevant people are communicated to regularly on their progress of TCP’s.
• Review each TCP at least once every six months or as required to ensure it still meets the needs of the individual.
• Provide support for the parents/carers to ensure they have the relevant support networks in place.
• Other duties as requested by your team leader.

About You

• Knowledge of child and adolescent development and strategies for working with vulnerable children, young people and their families with an understanding of children with complex special needs, understanding Trauma.
• Experience and skill in rapid engagement and goal setting.
• Experience in development and review of targeted care packages.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of Aboriginal culture.
• Knowledge of the Aboriginal Child Placement Principle.
• Demonstrated ability to sensitively work with the birth family, extended family and foster carers during the placement process.
• Ability to effectively and efficiently plan and organise own workload.
• An ability to manage stressful situations.
• Case Management, Data collection and record keeping skills
• The ability to work as part of a team and a strong commitment to collaborative working relationships.
• Demonstrated negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Understanding of support services available to child, family and carer.

Preferred / Desired Education, Training and/or Competencies

• Formal Qualification in a Social Welfare/Disability discipline or equivalent
• Beginning Practice (DHHS)
• Experience in inter-agency collaboration.

How to Apply

If this role sounds like the role for you then click on the link below and apply by attaching your CV and a cover letter detailing how you suit the role.

Mandatory Requirements

Should an applicant be the preferred candidate, background checks (Police check, reference check and Working with Children's Check) will be completed prior to the candidate’s employment being confirmed.

For more information about this position please see the Position Description which can be accessed via our website bdac.com.au or contact our human resources team on (03) 5442 4947 or send an email through to [email protected], using the subject line: Female Targeted Care Packages Case Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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