Part time role, 21hrs a week Support to caseworkers in their day-to-day work Early intervention and Family Support About the Role Barnardos are looking for a Casework Support Worker in the Family Connect and Support Program based in Katoomba.
This is a part time role 21hrs a week and a 12-month contract.
The Casework Support Worker will: Provide support to caseworkers with day-to-day tasks relating to casework with families and children, including case planning, information gathering and data collation.
Complete basic intake for families seeking support through the FCS centralized intake line, community and/or outreach settings.
Supporting FCS caseworkers in the facilitation of group work as needed based on community need.
Provide short term/interim support for families referred in through universal outreach settings prior to allocation to caseworkers for ongoing support.
Attend home visits as a secondary to children and families receiving support from FCS.
Maintain timely and accurate data relating to client records, meetings and interactions that directly support case planning for children and families in FCS.
About You As a Casework Support Worker , you will ideally have; Diploma in Welfare/Community Services and/or relevant work experience deemed to be the equivalent.
Demonstrated experience and skills in information provision, information gathering and intake relating to children and young people in a child protection context and/or families experiencing vulnerabilities.
Excellent understanding of child protection issues and client vulnerabilities such as drug and alcohol use, domestic violence, mental health issues, and the impact of trauma and the effect on child behaviour and development.
Work effectively with groups and individuals.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.
Valid full NSW Driver's License.
About the Organisation Barnardos Australia is a leading children's social care agency dedicated and committed to building strong relationships between children, young people, their families, and the community.
Barnardos Practice Framework outlines the agency's approach to achieving desired outcomes for children, young people, and their families.
This framework establishes a shared strategy that collectively brings the organisation's vision, purpose, and values to life.
The Barnardos Practice Framework identifies seven key practice principles that underpin our work with adults who care for children and young people.
Salary: Base $63,648- $71,136 pro rata per annum plus leave loading plus superannuation.
Packaging available to receive $15,860 of your salary tax free.
Motor vehicle packaging available on selected roles.
To be considered for roles with Barnardos you will need to have (or be willing to have conducted) a National Police Clearance and current Working with Children check Clearance (or APP number) and for the ACT a Drivers History Check, Working with Vulnerable People Card and CYPS Check.
Vaccination for COVID-19 is a condition of employment and engagement with Barnardos.
How to apply: To register your interest hit APPLY NOW and submit your Resume.
For a confidential discussion please call Zoe Banbury 02 9218 2346
