Family Preservation Case Manager
Family Preservation Case Manager Apply locations Mid North Coast, NSW
Time Type: Part time
Posted on: Posted Yesterday
Time left to apply: End Date: February 7, 2025 (27 days left to apply)
Job Requisition ID: JR103314
Permanent Part Time | 30.4 Hours per week. $69,710 + Super + Salary packaging Location: Kempsey NSW 2440 Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need! Life at Mission Australia
When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand together with anyone who needs us, for as long as they need us.
Your Opportunity
Join us in making a tangible impact on children and families in Kempsey through the Family Preservation Program! We're seeking a compassionate and skilled Case Manager to join our dynamic team and contribute to the well-being of vulnerable families.
In this role, you'll embark on a fulfilling journey of providing targeted support to families with children aged 0-17. Your efforts will directly contribute to ensuring children grow up in safe and nurturing environments, where their health and well-being are prioritized.
With a pool car provided for outreach work during business hours, you'll have the opportunity to engage directly with families in their homes and communities, providing personalized support where it matters most.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
Provide culturally embedded case management tailored to families with children aged 0-17, sensitive to diverse cultural backgrounds. Focus on parental vulnerabilities such as domestic violence, mental health issues, disability, and substance misuse, empowering parents with strategies, skills, and resources. Facilitate access to therapeutic services for parents and quality children's services to promote healthy child development. Collaborate closely with the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) to identify and engage families at risk of significant harm. Requirements for Success:
Tertiary Qualification with at least one-year relevant experience in the human services industry or lesser qualification with substantial relevant experience. Demonstrated experience in case management, particularly with families and children. Computer literate in a Windows environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Current Driver's Licence. First Aid Certificate. Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.
Our Culture
Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.
We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds to submit an application.
If you live with disability and require support to submit your application , please email or visit our Careers page for additional contact details.
We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at
Your Benefits
Rewarding work – every day you know you're making a real difference Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support Volunteering opportunities Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Extra leave including: Mission Australia Thank You Day & Work Anniversary Day off How to Apply
Click 'Apply' and send your application today!
As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application.
Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you
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