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In this role you will provide comprehensive assessment, proactive outreach, short term case planning and coordination to achieve outcomes for vulnerable children, young people, and their families.
Job Responsibility:
Complete a needs assessment with the family within two weeks of initial contact
Complete initial case plan within three weeks of allocation for all medium and high needs families
Make any identified outbound referrals for the family within four weeks of allocation, including relevant follow ups at two and six weeks post referral
Ensure every family that you work with is offered the opportunity to participate in a pre and post client survey to measure outcomes
Undertake and participate in regular evaluations of the service and team planning days
Ensure all reportable data is entered into CDS Database in a timely manner and is ready on time for DEX reporting deadlines
Contact families as allocated within two business days
Requirements:
Minimum Cert IV in Community Services or related fields, or willingness to obtain
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and CALD communities and families, and how to work with these families in a culturally safe way
Demonstrated knowledge and skills to identify and respond effectively to issues impacting families such as domestic and family violence, mental health problems or illness, financial stress and substance abuse
Ability to assess safety and risk, have difficult conversations and build trusting working relationships with families
Experience working within a case coordination model
Demonstrated computer proficiency, including the use of Microsoft Office applications, clinical record and data management systems
Proficiency in report writing and demonstrated ability to develop, organise and maintain records and reports in a timely manner
Working knowledge of the local and regional service networks
Ability to develop productive working relationships with stakeholders, including funding bodies, peak bodies and other agencies
Effective time management skills, the ability to prioritise and work to strict deadlines
Effective conflict resolutions skills, negotiation, mediation, and decision-making skills
Willingness to consent to have probity information entered onto the Residential Care Workers Register
Current Working with Children Check, Working with Vulnerable People Registration and National Police Check
Current Drivers Licence
Nice to have:
Aboriginality or culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds desirable
Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation, Child and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act 1998 and the Human Services Outcome Framework: Early Intervention (FaCS 2018)
What we offer:
Generous employment conditions, competitive rates, and access to salary packaging
Ongoing career development, education, and training
A collaborative, respectful, and inclusive team environment where you can thrive
Strong team values and community impact
Opportunities for professional growth
A welcoming environment that supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants
Competitive salary
Monthly RDOs (Rostered Days Off)
Paid Christmas shutdown period in addition to standard leave entitlements
Take advantage of up to $15,900 in tax-free income through salary packaging (NFP benefit)
Ongoing training, support, and career advancement opportunities
Opportunity to work within a supportive, dedicated team
Ongoing professional development and training
Access to a free Employee Assistance Program with confidential support for mental, emotional, financial, and physical wellbeing