Organisation : Macarthur Family & Youth Services
Location : New South Wales (Campbelltown NSW)
Work type : Part-time
Sector : Community Support Services, Families, Indigenous, Youth & Young People
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : $40,000-$50,000
Application closing date : 2 Apr, 2018
About the organisation
About the role
This position delivers services through the Aboriginal Child Youth and Family program to clients 0-18 years.
The case worker will provide client focused outreach to support families who have dependent children. A holistic approach is to be taken in providing a supportive role assisting parents to improve their parenting skills and provide a safer environment for their children.
Provide casework and group work to the most vulnerable people aged 12 to 18 years and their families using strength based model. Support young people to improve their relationships with their parents while assisting the young people to reach their goals and full potential.
The case worker will adhere to program guidelines and provide quality services to clients through case management and support, case planning and reporting; assessing the strengths and needs of the child, youth and family, including any risks, planning, coordination of a variety of culturally appropriate supported services to meet the child, youth and family’s needs; and monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the services being delivered to the child, youth and family.
They will maintain professional development in relation to identified best practices, understanding and apply reporting requirements including Mandatory Reporting and other legislative requirements; being aware of program, policy and service changes.
A function of the caseworker is to undertake activities to implement the case plans clients including information and advice, support, advocacy, and referrals to relevant agencies or specialist services, and skills development to help families achieve outcomes.
They will ensure that all reporting and case files (paper based and electronic) are of the highest standard, and data is protected to ensure client’s information is private and confidential.
The caseworker will deliver services in accordance with organisational policies, procedures and code of conduct; relevant legislative frameworks; and in accordance with conditions identified in funding agreements.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Aboriginal Caseworker via Pro Bono Australia.
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