Are you looking to join a diverse team making a positive difference?
CatholicCare NT Employee Benefits
SCHADS Award Grade 4 - $86,191 TRP
Salary packaging option (up to an additional $15,900 p/a)
Six weeks Annual Leave
Staff rewards program with savings and discounts at over 450 well-known retailers
Access to Wellbeing Centre providing support to a healthier and happier life
About CatholicCare NT and the Program
CatholicCare NT is a Catholic social service agency established in the Diocese of Darwin. We provide services throughout the NT, including service centres in Darwin, Palmerston, Malak, Tiwi Islands, Daly River, Wadeye, Jabiru, Maningrida, Katherine, Tennant Creek, Alice Springs, Santa Teresa, Titjikala, Finke and APY lands.
Through assertive case management, we provide clients with support to address the multifaceted challenges they face in maintaining their home. This support may be through assessment of life skills, role modelling, referral to specialist agencies as required, coordination of supports, and advocacy with internal and external agencies.
About the role
The Case Worker is responsible for providing assertive case management, education, and support to participants in order for the program to meet its objectives. This position focuses on a stepped model of care which ensures that clients receive a targeted service according to need. This includes low, medium, and high intensity support and case management.
What we are looking for
Relevant qualifications in Community Development or equivalent with substantial experience in a similar role.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to engage with and manage complex situations, involving homelessness, poverty, mental health, family violence, alcohol, and other drug misuse.
Demonstrated ability to advocate for clients and work effectively with stakeholders to meet the objectives of the Housing Support Program.
Demonstrated cultural competency, particularly in working with Indigenous people.
How to Apply
For a full role description including key selection criteria, please visit our careers website: www.catholiccarentcareers.org.au
Applications Close: 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, 22 October 2024.
Interviews on: Rolling interviews.
Applications only progress if made directly through our CatholicCare NT website. Expressions of interest from third party job boards will not be considered.
DARWIN
Darwin is a vibrant coastal town with an easy commute, lively and diverse culture, situated right next door to world heritage-listed Kakadu National Park.
Safeguarding Children & Young People
CatholicCare NT is committed to maintaining zero tolerance of child abuse and neglect, and the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people who access our activities, programs, services, and facilities.
Employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory National police check and Working with Children (Ochre) Card, together with Social Media and Adverse Media Check.
If you have resided in an overseas country for 12 months or more in the past 10 years, this position requires you to complete an International Criminal History check (ICHC) prior to your employment commencement date. The outcome of the initial screening check must be satisfactory.
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