Aboriginal Caseworker Support Program - Permanent Full Time

"As an Identified role, this position is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons."

About Marist180

Marist180 is a child-safe organisation. We are committed to prioritising the safety, wellbeing, rights and voices of children and young people in everything we do. We expect all employees to actively contribute to a culture where child safety is understood, championed and everyone takes responsibility for identifying, reporting and responding to concerns. 

About the Role

The Caseworker Support Program provides intensive casework support, intervention, and referral services for young people who experience disengagement, poor school attendance, and are currently in contact with juvenile justice system, police, and/or family intervention services.

Primary accountabilities of the Caseworker Support Program include, but are not limited to:

• Providing effective casework support.
• Making informed decisions and initiating actions in collaboration with the client.
• Working collectively with Youth Justice stakeholders.
• Monitoring case compliance with requirements of funding bodies.
• Liaising with relevant family, community, and social services as needed.
• Engaging directly and cooperatively in informal and formal school environments and building positive relationships with young people.
• Contributing to program reporting.

Qualifications:

• Certificate IV, Diploma, or Degree in social work, community services, or a related field focused on community development and engagement.
• Additional studies or experience in trauma-informed care and casework is an advantage.
• Aboriginal studies or experience working with Aboriginal communities is highly regarded.

Experience & Skills:

• Experience in a similar case management role (minimum 2 years).
• Experience working with young people who display risk taking behaviours.
• Experience working with young people who have experience Youth Justice involvement.
• Proven experience working with young people aged 12-18 who have experienced complex life transitions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of foster care conditions and understanding of child protection principles.
• Ability to work well within established formal or contractual arrangements.
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• High interpersonal skills and ability to self-reflect.
• Skills in managing children/young people with challenging behaviours and complex needs.
• Sound computer literacy skills.
• Empathy and cultural competency to work sensitively and contribute to an inclusive environment for individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• NSW Legal and Education systems
• Local knowledge of, and involvement in, the Western Sydney community
• Knowledge of issues impacting on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people.
• Actively contribute to a child-safe organisation by championing the safety, wellbeing, rights and voices of children and young people; recognising and reporting child-safety concerns; and contributing to an open, accountable and learning culture where concerns, incidents and feedback are used to strengthen practice and prevent harm.

Work Requirement:

• Current First Aid and CPR certificate.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Clear National Criminal History Check.
• Unrestricted NSW driver’s licence.
• Eligibility to work in Australia.
• Provide M180 consent to complete a verification of the Residential Care Workers Register managed by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.

At Marist180, you will receive:

• A comprehensive orientation and training program.
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring throughout your career journey.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 wellbeing and crisis support for you and your family.

Marist 180 provide Equal Employment Opportunities for everyone. We value the benefits of diversity and strongly encourage applications from people with disabilities, mental health as well as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and mature aged applicants.

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