Anglicare Sydney is a leading and highly regarded community NFP organisation in Australia.

Our vision is to see Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched and communities strengthened. To achieve this, we are looking to attract the most capable and mission aligned people to join us.

For over 160 years Anglicare has been serving people in need- providing care to older people and services to the vulnerable. We began because of people who saw a need in the community and who were compelled to make a difference. People motivated by Christian love and a passion to serve. If this describes you, we would love to invite you to join us!

About The Role

Anglicare is looking for a Senior Case Manager - Youth Services to support the success of our Youth Services Team by providing counselling, mediation, group work and complex case management services to young people and their families.

As a Senior Case Manager work will be completed under limited direction from your line manager and includes you undertaking more complex high-risk cases, in consultation with the Team Lead as well as taking responsibility for establishing strong network links.

This is a Permanent Full-Time role based at Mt Druitt. It is also an outreach role so you will be required to travel to clients and between sites.

Responsibilities (not limited to):

• Ensure all services are delivered professionally and to a high standard

• Ensure individual needs of clients are met by creating a case plan with the client

• In consultation with the Team Lead undertake complex case management for high-risk clients.

• Deliver group work and workshops including participating in community capacity building activities with local schools and other services.

• Ensure a full client caseload is maintained by working within funding guideline and program targets as directed by Team Lead.

• Ensure that funding body program requirements are implemented in all areas of program practice

• Responsible for ensuring comprehensive professional case notes, reports, client files and records

• Support and mentor case managers with case management, supporting growth of skills and knowledge.

• Establishing strong network links with local services to promote referral pathways and developing strong partnerships with the church.

• Contribute to development of group work and investigation/introduction of new program material, in consultation with Team Lead.

• Ensure ongoing professional development by attending relevant training, forums, courses, and other professional development activities as agreed with Team Lead.

Requirements:

• Must hold a minimum of a Diploma level qualification in Community Services or equivalent; a tertiary qualification in Social Work, Counselling, Psychology, or equivalent is preferred.

• Must hold a NSW C class drivers licence and have own comprehensively insured vehicle that you are willing to use for work purposes.

• Must hold a WWCC and be able to pass a criminal record check.

• Minimum of two years case management experience with a strong client focus on the issue of youth at risk of homelessness.

• Previous experience in networking with other organisations to achieve positive client outcomes

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Competent in the use of the MS suite of products and case management software

• Strong organisational skills with ability to prioritise work and undertake effective time management

Benefits of joining Anglicare:

• A warm, welcoming culture

• Ongoing training and development with a focus on career growth

• Experienced and passionate leadership team who are supportive and consultative

• Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits - reducing your taxable income by $15,900 plus an additional $2,650 for salary packaging accommodation, meals and entertainment.

• Employee Assistance Program - Free, voluntary and confidential counselling service

• Fitness Passport

• Access to discounts from over 400 retailers on our rewards program

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Anglicare - Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched and communities strengthened.

Anglicare is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and has zero tolerance of child abuse.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date; and as such the closing date is subject to change without notice.