• From $49.28 per hour + super + salary packaging options
• 12 month Parental leave position
• Learning and development opportunities

About us:

At CatholicCare, our entire business is centred around people and that includes our employees and volunteers. We serve those in need with compassion, dignity and respect, providing high quality services that meet the evolving needs of our Community. Each of our 900+ staff play a part in helping people live their best life and transforming our communities to be safe, nurturing environments. Our people embody our values and demonstrate our mission in their everyday work.

We pride ourselves at making positive difference in the lives of the people we serve. Our services include NDIS disability services, Out of Home Care, services for seniors, children’s services and a range of Therapeutic and Community Service offerings.

About the role:

We are currently looking for an experienced Caseworker – Intensive Family Preservation (IFP) to join our team in Waitara on a 12-month parental leave contract.

In this role you will provide intensive case management to families for 6-9 months in the Northern Sydney area, including Northern Beaches. This will include addressing child protection concerns through building client capabilities, increasing safety and promoting change through an empowerment client centred model. We provide trauma informed, strength-based casework interventions to families with children and young people aged 0-18 years.

CatholicCare is open to providing flexible working arrangements that meet the needs of the program.

Key responsibilities:

• Address child protection worries identified by Department of Community Services (DCJ) in referrals to IFP.
• Drafting case plans that address DCJ worries that ensures the safety and wellbeing for all members of the household.
• Writing accurate and timely case notes and record keeping.
• Provide interventions that are trauma informed and evidence-based.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Social Sciences or equivalent qualifications.
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in case management working with children and families.
• Understanding of the NSW Human Services Outcomes Framework.
• Knowledge of evidenced based parenting programs .
• Strong networking and advocacy skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to provide strong and respectful advocacy in situations of high pressure and competing agendas.
• Ability to manage a crisis or safety situations and make sound decisions under pressure.
• A NSW driver's licence and comprehensively insured vehicle.

Why Choose CatholicCare?

Please find attached a video about what it means to work at CatholicCare. We also offer:

• Salary packaging benefits to receive a portion of your salary tax-free increasing your take home pay!
• A focus on employee well-being, with regular reflective/practice supervision opportunities.
• Regular training and learning opportunities.
• An Employee Assistance Program offering free and confidential counselling and support.
• An additional Paid Leave Day (CatholicCare Day) to be taken at the end of the year.

How to Apply

If you are a passionate person who realises the tremendous opportunity that this role offers and want to utilise your skills and passion in a rewarding environment, we want to hear from you!

This opportunity will be able to broaden your skillset and open doors to other working opportunities for the right person.

To apply, please submit your Cover Letter and Resume.

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