Permanency Support Caseworker

7 days ago

Wagga Wagga, Australia CareSouth Full time
About CareSouth

CareSouth is a community-services organisation based in regional locations across NSW, with a dynamic and bold vision to make a difference every day.

Our purpose is to influence and support the safety, development, and empowerment of children, young people, adults, and communities. We offer services in early intervention, foster care, youth support, and NDIS services.

With 30 years of serving the local community, we're looking for a collaborative leader who can think big-picture to help us enhance and expand our operations within existing and new communities to meet rising needs and growth in our services.

About the Role

Due to internal movement and program growth, CareSouth is seeking 2 Caseworkers to join the Wagga PSP team.

Full-Time or Part-Time options (4 days) available.

At CareSouth, we strive to encourage safety, healing, and connection through healthy relationships. Supporting families, children, and young people is core to our values. As a Caseworker, you will be part of a team that works dynamically across the child protection spectrum, from family preservation, permanency support, restoration, and adoption.

A Day in the Life of a Caseworker

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

  • Visiting children, young people, and carers in their homes
  • Working holistically with carers, families, and service providers to help children and young people reach their goals
  • Supportive collaboration with a diverse team to share knowledge and insight to help achieve best outcomes for children and young people
  • Documenting children and young people's goals, journey, and milestones
  • Helping children and young people achieve permanency so they have a home for life
About You

To be successful in a Caseworker role at CareSouth, you need to be resilient, dedicated, and passionate about making a difference in a young person's life. The Wagga team is a collaborative and supportive team, so we are looking for someone who is a strong team player, has a great sense of humour, and is willing to go the extra mile for the young people you support.

As the successful applicant, you will be able to demonstrate the following criteria:

  • A commitment to the safety of children, young people, and people with a disability
  • Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Diploma in Social Sciences/Social Welfare or equivalent or working towards
  • Understanding of the issues facing vulnerable children and their families
  • Sound interpersonal, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of a high-performing team
  • Proven ability to establish and maintain effective community networks
  • 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
Why Join CareSouth?

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.

We offer a compassionate, supportive, and inclusive culture that encourages you to be bold, big-hearted, and determined. Our benefits include:

  • 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
  • Free, confidential, and independent Employee Assistance Program (inc. free access to physical, mental, financial online supports)
  • Tailored professional development pathways
  • 24/7 access to our online eLearning system

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