Aboriginal Identified Caseworker

**Who We Are?**

CareSouth is a spirited, truly local community-based organisation with a dynamic and bold vision to make a difference 'every day'. Working across NSW, we seek to inspire each other and the communities in which we operate. Our purpose is to influence and support the safety, development and empowerment of children, young people, families, adults and communities.

**About the Role**

At CareSouth supporting families, children and young people is core to our values. CareSouth is seeking an identified position for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person to join our Nowra Family Preservation team on a permanent full-time basis.

As a Family Preservation Caseworker you will be a part of a team which works dynamically across the child protection spectrum. A typical day could include:

- Visiting children, young people and parents in their homes.
- Working holistically with families and service providers to help families reach their goals.
- Supportive collaboration with a diverse team to share knowledge and insight to help achieve best outcomes for families on the Family Preservation program.
- Documenting goals, journey and milestones.

**_All applicants must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage. Aboriginality is a genuine qualification authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination ACT 1977._**

**The successful applicant will have**
- Diploma or Degree in related field or willing to enrol in relevant qualification (desirable). CareSouth will support the applicant to obtain.
- Demonstrated understanding of the issues facing vulnerable children and their families.
- Strong interpersonal, facilitation and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and as a part of a high performing, close knit team.
- Proven ability to establish and maintain effective networks within a small community.
- Demonstrated high level verbal and written communication skills.
- Understanding and commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity, Work Health and Safety, Cultural issues and the NSW Child Protection system.
- Current driver’s licence.
- Willing to undergo a National Police Clearance and obtain a (NSW) Working with Children Check clearance number and/or (ACT) Working with Vulnerable People Card.

**Do you want to be a part of something great?**

At CareSouth, we recognise that the work you do every day is what makes our organisation great. We want to reward that and be an organisation that you are proud to be a part of. We are here to help you bring your best self to work and take your best self-home

To recognise the work you do we offer:

- 24/7 After Hours Call centre to allow you to leave work at work.
- Concessional leave, to be taken over the Christmas period.
- Salary packaging entitlements up to $15,899 & meal and entertainments card.
- Free, confidential and independent Employee Assistance Program.
- Tailored professional development pathways.
- 24/7 access to our online eLearning system
- A compassionate, supportive and inclusive culture that encourages you to be bold, big-hearted and determined.

**Applications Close: 20 February 2024**
- CareSouth warmly welcomes EVERYONE, irrespective of their ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination_

**Enquiries to**: Max Wolfson on 1300 554 260