• Leading community services organisation
• Salary packaging and competitive sector remuneration
• Full time - Maximum term (4 month contract)
• Based at Dandenong

About the opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Case Manager to join our High Risk and Targeted Care Packages team. The program provides high quality case management support to children and young people aged 10-18 years who present with complex needs and reside in residential care or are engaged with our Adolescent Support Program.

As a Case Manager, you will support the development and implementation of case plans, exit plans and leaving care plans tailored to the individual needs of children and young people. The role will facilitate regular care team meetings and work collaboratively with families, carers and other stakeholders to ensure that desired outcomes are achieved. The Case Manager will also assist with referrals to relevant support services and resources where required.

View the full position description here

About you

To be successful in your application you will meet the person specification in the position description, including having a Diploma of Community Welfare Work or equivalent qualification. Degree qualifications in social work, psychology or a related discipline would be advantageous.

You will also have:

• Knowledge of legislation and regulations relevant to the child, youth and family welfare sector
• Demonstrated experience in delivering consumer-centered case management support to children and/or young people
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other services, agencies and professionals to achieve optimal client outcomes
• Proven ability to develop and maintain comprehensive case notes, client files and reports in a timely manner
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

How to Apply

If this sounds like you, find out more or apply today. Please upload the following as part of your application:

• Cover letter (outlining your suitability according to the person specification in the position description)
• Current resume

Get in touch

Holly Sangster – Team Leader, High Risk and Targeted Care Packages. T: 0434 829 663 (during business hours).

About Uniting

At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Visit us: unitingvictas.org.au 

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking. It is a condition of employment that all eligible workforce in Victoria receive the COVID-19 vaccination and supporting evidence may be requested in order to perform duties at any of Uniting’s workplaces.

Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.