Case Manager

**Introduction**:
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About Us

We are one of the largest and progressive not-for-profit regional community services providers in South Australia. Established over 100 years ago, we are headquartered in Port Pirie with over 340 talented, qualified employees and over 170 dedicated volunteers.

Our positive, hands-on involvement in regional communities is rewarding and enriching, both for staff and for the people we work with.

Every day we celebrate diversity, thrive on inclusion and demand equity. We provide a collaborative, supportive and flexible working environment while constantly advocating for change to make things even better

About You

We are always on the lookout for people who share our values and passion to join our team. We can offer you the chance to thrive in a career that makes a difference in people's lives.

If you are kind, compassionate, believe in a society that is fair and justice for all the community, then we want you

Why Join Us

**You will have**:

- Flexible working arrangements and salary packaging benefits.
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members.
- A seat at the table where grassroots changes/improvements are made to tackle social justice issues.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing initiatives.
- A career pathway with a comprehensive induction, as well as continuous training.
- Ongoing support and professional development opportunities.

We recognise that diversity in our workforce enables us to better support our clients' aspirations and goals. So, if you are a person living with a disability, an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, part of the LGBTIQA+ community, from a culturally diverse group, have lived experience or are unique in any other way, we would love to hear from you.

We are proud to be a White Ribbon Accredited Workplace and a member of Pride in Diversity, and in 2021 we were ranked in the Top 10 Best Places to Work in Australia.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant.

Experience the difference. Make change together.

Uniting Country SA - Caring for Country People

ucsa.org.au

**Description**:
About The Position

**Location**: Kadina

**Status**: Part Time FTE 0.60

**Closing Date for Applications**: 1st May 2024

The Homelessness Services provides professional support and suitable emergency and long-term accommodation options for people who are, or are at risk of becoming, homeless within the Northern Country region.

As the Case Manager, you will provide a service for people who are, or at risk of becoming, homeless - the outcome of which is to facilitate the process of moving the clients toward independent and / or safe housing.

Working independently and as part of a team you will support clients through the provision of professional high-quality case management, advocacy and counselling.

The Country North Homelessness Alliance has developed a Charter dedicated to delivering quality, focused, inclusive and culturally safe services. The Alliance is underpinned by a culture of collaboration and cooperation to ensure the best possible outcomes for all clients in the Country
North region of SA.

Please view the Position Description and Charter for further information on the duties and responsibilities of the role.

**Skills and Experiences**:
**You will**:

- Have a knowledge of the issues affecting homeless clients.
- Have the ability to establish positive, empowering relationships.
- Advocate for and with your clients, ensuring their needs are the focus.
- Be organised and able to meet deadlines.
- Have a high level of communication skills, both written and verbal.

**It is essential for you to have**:

- Current Australian Drivers Licence.

**It is desirable for you to have**:

- Certificate IV (or above) in a Human Services related discipline.
- Two (2) years or more relevant experience, in a paid or voluntary capacity.

You may also need to be available for some out of hours work and travel between Uniting Country SA sites or interstate as required.

Our process requires you to provide a Resume, Cover Letter and a statement addressing the Duties and Responsibilities contained within the Position Description. You will need to put this information in three (3) separate documents and upload each document.

Please contact Kurtis Edwards on 0428 326 535 for any questions concerning this position and/or the salary range.