Permanent full time This role is paid under the SCHADS Award Level 5 The Opportunity? The Case Manager is responsible for all aspects of program delivery to ensure the safety and wellbeing of young people in the program.
They proactively engage with young people, through regular home visits, professional and accountable casework, advocacy and planning.
Case Managers are required to create social relationships with family, significant others and friends, to apply Family Finding program for connections /reunions which are supported and monitored with the young person.
Why work for us?
Newcastle Anglican places people at the centre of our work.
As a part of a faith-based organisation, you have access to the following great benefits:
Up to 40% discount on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools Salary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight) Discounted private health insurance through Medibank Career and development opportunities – we want you to flourish!
Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport Program Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program Paid parental leave (after 12 months of service) About you:? Tertiary degree qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Social Science, Early Education or similar.
Applicants who are working towards this qualification will be considered if they have minimum of three years' experience in a similar role.
Demonstrated ability to use a holistic based approach in implementing and overseeing case management, case plans that incorporate appropriate models of intervention, create opportunities, empower and promote the wellbeing of the child /young people through engagement of families and carers Strong interpersonal skills that provide the basis for effective negotiation, mediation and conflict resolution practices and outcomes A non-judgemental and empathetic approach to engaging and working with children and young people and their families Demonstrated understanding of the complex needs of young people and families/careers facing leaving care.
Highly developed case management documentation skills including computer literacy Proven ability to develop rapport with carers, child /young people and their families/significant others in order to support informed decision-making and skills development for living within the community Demonstrated commitment and ability to maintain confidentiality and accountability, including records of children and young people and their families, team, and organisational discussions.
The ability to effectively develop and maintain positive working relationships and networks with other Government and Non-Government agencies/services Demonstrated ability to participate positively in teamwork, training, and supervision processes.
Demonstrated understanding of the relevant Government legislation applicable to the Supported Independent Living Program Who we are?
Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast.
We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans.
Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus.
We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.
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Samaritans promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people.