When you join MercyCare, you join something bigger. A community of staff that make a difference at the heart of the community. As a leading Western Australian not-for-profit provider of aged care, family, community, early learning and disability services we support people throughout life’s journey. We invest in our people by building rewarding careers, offering training and development opportunities and a values-driven culture where our people can belong and thrive.

About the role

We have an opportunity for a Case Worker to join our Reconnect Team within our Youth Accommodation Team on a permanent full-time basis.

This role is a community-based early intervention and prevention program for young people aged 12 to 18 years who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, and their families. The role will provide culturally appropriate counselling, mediation and case management through proactive community outreach with a focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people.

About you

You’ll have significant experience in working in the Social Service Sector, and an understanding of evidence-based service models for working with youth and their families. Along with this, you’ll also have:

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work or similar is preferred but not required
• As a 51 role, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent encouraged to apply
• Prior experience working with young people who are experiencing mental health concerns
• Knowledge in the areas of income support, education, substance abuse, working with other cultures, relationship counselling and child abuse
• Case work experience within the community sector
• National Police Clearance (obtained within the last six months)

About the benefits

You’ll join an inclusive, diverse and welcoming Western Australian based organisation focused on making a difference in the local community. In addition you’ll have access to:

• Not for profit Salary Packaging options up to $18,000!
• Childcare discounts for your little ones
• Options to purchase additional leave
• Career Pathways, Professional Development and Training
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Program including discounted health insurance and free flu vaccinations

To Apply

Click “Apply Now” to visit our website and apply.

At MercyCare, every person matters.

With our 175-year legacy extending back to the Catholic Sisters of Mercy, today we stand proud to make a positive difference in our local communities. We live by our values – respect, integrity, compassion, justice, excellence, and courage.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children, young people and the vulnerable. We invite applications from people from all walks of life, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and those from diverse ages, cultures, faiths, abilities, gender and sexuality.

A position description is attached.