Case Worker

Rewarding case worker position working with individuals to engage in education, identify pathways and transition to further study/employment.

**About the role**

As a Reconnect Case Worker, you will be part of a collaborative team responsible for delivering our Department of Jobs, Skills Industry and Regions (DJSIR) Reconnect Program, which has a strong focus on supporting participants to meet their educational and employment goals.

Working within an outreach-based, case coordination framework, the Reconnect Program partners with eligible participants aged 17-64yrs, offering the opportunity for positive engagement in education, identifying supported pathways, and transitioning into further study or employment. Using a person-centred approach, our model includes direct one-on-one support and facilitating referrals to relevant support organisations to provide a holistic case management approach.

You will manage your own caseload of participants and play a part in building awareness of the program by working closely with new and existing partners.

This opportunity is based in Lilydale, 4-5 days a week with hours to suit. There will be some travel required across the Yarra Ranges and Maroondah Local Government Areas. The DJSIR Reconnect program will run until January 2026, with the prospect of an extension.

**About you**

To be successful in this position, you will;
- Have work experience and/or hold a tertiary qualification in Social work, Youth work, Community services or similar
- Have case management experience, with a strong understanding of the barriers that prevent engagement in education and employment and how these may be overcome
- Demonstrated knowledge of service providers and agencies to support participants to overcome barriers and to gain and sustain employment or education pathways
- Have experience working effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and providing case support coordination
- Knowledge of the education, training, employment, and well-being service system
- Be an excellent communicator and have a passion for working with marginalised people
- Hold a valid and current approved Victorian Driver's License with access to a reliable car
- Currently hold, or be willing to undertake, certifications including a Working with Children Check and National Police Check

To enjoy Cire's environment and culture, you will have a community focus, friendly demeanour and positive attitude. You will demonstrate our values of Respect, Quality and Integrity. You will enjoy being an integral part of a professional team.

**The Perks**

At Cire, we know that our employees are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a competitive salary and benefits package that helps you keep more of your hard-earned money. With salary packaging and novated leasing, you can reduce your taxable income and put more money back in your pocket. And because we're a not-for-profit organisation, you’ll feel great knowing your work directly benefits some of the most vulnerable people in our community.

In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a range of benefits that include access to EAP services, discounted childcare, and discounted courses. We also offer ongoing support and mentoring to help you grow in your career. So, if you're looking for an organisation that values its employees, come join us at Cire.

**What we're about**

Cire Services is a not-for-profit (NFP) organisation and one of the largest NFPs serving the diverse population of the Yarra Ranges and Casey regions, near Melbourne.

Our core services include:

- Our** Community School**, a registered independent school, providing upper primary and secondary curriculum to disengaged students in an alternative school environment;
- Cire** Early Learning**, supporting children's services for long day-care, pre-school programs, occasional care, vacation care and before and after school care;
- Cire Training, our **Registered Training Organisation** (RTO), offering accredited, pre-accredited, work skills and leisure courses; and
- Our** Community Hubs**, bringing people together to connect, learn and contribute in their local community through social, educational, recreational and support activities.

**What Next?**

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact the Cire Recruitment Team on (03) 7067 6115.