Permanent full time | Based at DandenongIncrease your take-home pay with access to $15,900 in salary packaging benefitsMake a difference in the lives of vulnerable children & familiesAbout the programThe Kinship Care Program delivers case management support to vulnerable children and young people aged 0-18 years who are in the care of a relative or a member of their social network, while they are unable to live with their parents.
The program supports both statutory Child Protection clients and voluntary clients without any Child Protection intervention.
Your new roleAs a Case Manager, you will work closely with families to support the development and implementation of complex case plans that aim to achieve desired outcomes in the context of the child or young person's ongoing safety, stability and developmental needs.
You will also support the Team Leader in the ongoing development of case practice and offer mentoring support to other team members on complex cases.
Benefits of working at UnitingOur work isn't easy, but it matters.
Work with people who care as much as you.
In addition to a base salary + super, you can access the following:
An extra 17.5% on top of your fortnightly pay when you take paid annual leaveAbility to increase your take-home pay by accessing up to $15,900 in salary packaging benefits which can be used for living expenses such as rent, groceries, bills, clothing, and much moreUp to 10 weeks paid parental leaveAccess training and development opportunities to help you growFree counselling with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Your skills and experienceYou will bring with you:
A Bachelor level qualification in social work or a related disciplineDemonstrated case management experience with children, young people and families with complex needsKnowledge and understanding of the out of home care and child protection systemsWell-developed risk assessment skillsView the full position description here How to applyClick APPLY to submit your interest.
If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please apply soon.
We'll review applications as they come in and may close the ad early.
For any questions, please reach out to Fergus Browne, Manager Kinship, Adoption & Permanent Care on 0481 465 275 (during business hours) for a chat.
About UnitingAt Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.
Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times.
As a 'child safe' organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking. Through the recruitment process, we will ask you for personal information.
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