Going Home Staying Home Caseworker

4 days ago

Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time
Aboriginal Identified Caseworker positions located in Wollongong

We are looking for a energetic caseworker to join our going home staying home team

The Illawarra Aboriginal Corporation (IAC) is a large and successful Aboriginal owned and operated, not for profit community organisation in the Illawarra which has been in operation for more than twenty five years. We deliver a range of programs to our community members including Housing, Child Youth & Family Services, Home Care, Child Care, Emergency Relief and Employment & Training.

The Going Home Staying Home Caseworker Package
  • Competitive hourly rate for the right candidate
  • 11.5% superannuation contribution from the IAC
  • Full salary packaging + meals and entertainment ( means more actual take home pay after tax)
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Support professional development and study
  • Amazing team environment to be part of

Going Home Staying Home (GHSH) Is Part Of The IAC Housing And Homelessness Program Which Aims To Reduce Homelessness Amongst Aboriginal People In The Illawarra And Shoalhaven Through The Provision Of Culturally Appropriate Support. The GHSH Team, Provides Support To Aboriginal People With Complex Needs Who Are Homeless Or At Risk Of Homelessness. The Team Provides a Range Of Support, Including
  • Case management
  • Advocacy
  • Assisted referrals to other specialist support services to help Aboriginal people access and sustain stable housing

The GHSH Case Worker is responsible for the development, implementation and ongoing review of case plans for clients presenting with a complexity of needs and/or issues who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness.

The Case Worker liaises with clients to develop realistic and achievable goals and provides assistance connecting them with a range of support networks and services such as legal, family, mediation and tenancy support. The Case Worker also builds and maintains a network of local support services suitable for our Clients diverse needs.

Successful Applicants Will Have
  • Experience in case work in the field of Community Services, Homelessness or a related area
  • Experience working with Clients with homelessness issues and complex needs
  • Excellent communicator, with strong interpersonal skills
  • Strong understanding and proven ability to engage with and work within the local Aboriginal Community
  • Proven ability to work and engage with relevant community groups, services, agencies and government departments
  • Experience in person or family centred approaches to service provision
  • Strong computer skills including database entry, word processing and Microsoft Office suite of programs
  • Demonstrated ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Mandatory requirements for this position are Current NSW Driver's license, Working with Child Check and National Criminal History Check and Covid-19 vaccinations.

This is an Aboriginal Identified position under S14d of the NSW Anti Discrimination Act 1977.

To apply, upload your current resume and cover letter via Seek. You MUST address all selection criteria outlined in the job ad. Applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be accepted. To ask for a copy of the PD email ************@iac.org.au

Applications close 12th September 2025 9am.
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