Kirinari Community Services have a fantastic opportunity to secure employment with a well-recognised, rapidly expanding and essential support service!
We are seeking applications from passionate and suitably skilled Case Managers to commence in our Bathurst office NSW.
Kirinari is a highly reputable and respected disability support service providing essential care and high-quality support to enrich the lives of our customers.
Kirinari employ over 1300 staff in various regions across VIC, NSW & TAS.
Our core values guide our strong service delivery to enact positive change and choice in the lives of the clients we support.
Key Responsibilities: The Case Manager is responsible for providing high quality and effective case work services to our youth customers (up to 18 years of age) and National Disability Insurance Scheme/Department of Communities and Justice participants.
The Case Manager will provide practical support, evidence-based/informed therapeutic education and support whilst building suitable support networks through the engagement of specialist services.
This position will also undertake the following duties: Provide effective assessment, planning, implementation, monitoring and review of case plans to achieve identified outcomes for our customers Oversee an allocated caseload/program Work with our allocated team leaders to assist with the management of staff to ensure our teams are operating within Out Of Home Care (OOHC), NDIS standards/guidelines and Kirinari policies and procedure Assistance/liaising with rostering team and the on-call team as required Attending stakeholder meetings and maintaining positive relationships with external stakeholders This is a full-time permanent position to commence as soon as practicable.
This position will require travel across the Bathurst Region About You: Tertiary qualifications relevant to the position (eg Social Work/Psychology/ Community Services) Demonstrated experience in casework practice (Child Protection /Out-of-Home-Care is highly regarded) Evidence of a holistic understanding of the complexity of the child protection and OOHC service system, legislation and the issues involved in providing services to statutory clients Demonstrated experience in working with children and young people who have experienced trauma and/or have complex needs A knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture, values and the current issues faced by Aboriginal children, young people and their families A track record of working collaboratively and the demonstrated capacity to negotiate and liaise with internal and external stakeholders including, DCJ, other agencies and the community Exposure to DCJ and NDIA requirements Ability to plan, organise and prioritise work in a rapid paced responsive environment Proven highly developed interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence and excellent engagement skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to maintain documentation to a high professional standard Hold a current driver's license and a willingness to travel across the region Willingness and capacity to assist with hands-on customer support is desired Ability to participate and adhere to On-Call responsibilities Ability to obtain a NDIS Workers Check before commencement Ability to obtain a Working with Children Check before commencement What's on Offer?
A rewarding career with ability to give back to our community in a growing service sector Opportunities to upskill, develop and progress within the organisation A supportive team environment Access to generous salary packaging Annual Leave up to 5 weeks Strong focus on employee health and wellbeing with assistance programs available Applications close 5pm, Friday 26th July 2024 Due to the high volume of applications, the interview process may commence before the closing date.
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If you have any questions, for a confidential discussion please contact recruitment on or 02 6056 2111 You must have the right to live and work in Australia.
Kirinari is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, and actively encourage applications from individuals who identify as ATSI, LGBTIQ, CALD and diverse backgrounds.
