• $89,582 - $97,647 pa (pro rata plus super)
• Temporary Part Time (30.4 hours per week until June 2024)

The Greater Dandenong City Council is a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.

Youth and Family Services are seeking a highly skilled professional to join their team.

The Family Support Case Manager will work within a multi-disciplinary team and have experience in the provision of support services to vulnerable families.

The position will:

• Demonstrated understanding of case management to families referred through Child FIRST and Child Protection.
• Knowledge of children’s development when working with vulnerable families and relevant understanding of the frameworks and legislation regarding child safety and parenting
• Experience in the development, implementation, and evaluation of group programs for children, young people and parents.
• Demonstrated ability to liaise and work cooperatively with a wide range of community organisations, services providers, supporting vulnerable families within a culturally diverse community.

Applicants must adequately meet the requirements of the role and fully address the selection criteria contained in the position description. To view a copy of this position description, please click on the link below.

Family Support Case Manager Position Description – 185KB

In accordance with government requirements, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate evidence of an approved COVID-19 vaccination or authorised medical exemption.

The successful candidate will be asked to produce a clear Working with Children Check and will be asked to consent to a national police check (and where relevant an ‘international criminal history check’), subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

We are a workplace that cares for your health and wellbeing and offer a range of benefits for staff including a friendly team environment, access to learning and development programs, support for staff and their studies, opportunities for promotion and career development, rewards and recognition programs, salary sacrificed childcare (where available), and a vibrant social club.

Further information: Sylvia Marov, 9793 2155