Youth Work Case Manager

About the Role

Whitelion believe strongly in supporting young people from a holistic, strength-based perspective. In this role, you will work within Whitelion’s Mobile Youth Service and be directly responsible for the outreach case management support and community reconnection of at-risk and vulnerable young people.

We are seeking a committed, highly motivated and passionate Youth Work Case Manager who has experience and capability to conduct case management duties with highly at-risk and disadvantaged young people. Standard Police Clearance and Working with Children Checks also apply.

It is preferable that applicants:

• Hold a minimum Certificate IV in Youth Work or equivalent and align with the YACWA Code of Ethics.
• Have experience and competence in working with young people with mental health issues
• Have experience and competence in working with Aboriginal young people.

Some of the responsibilities include:

• One-to-one autonomous case management supporting at-risk young people to achieve their goals
• Developing client-focused case plans, maintaining client records and delivering meaningful support
• Supporting the engagement of at-risk youth within co-ordinated life skills, recreation and alternative learning experiences relevant to their development.
• Working effectively in partnership and collaboration with stakeholders and local community groups

What you will get in return:

• Great Salary Packaging
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
• An additional three (3) days gifted leave per year during Christmas and New Year
• A great team environment and plenty of support
• Access to Employee Assistance Program Services