Case Worker

3 days ago

Gregory Hills, Australia Challenge Community Services Full time

**JOIN US - SHAPE LIVES - BUILD YOUR CAREER**

**About the Role**:
We’re seeking a Caseworker to support children, young people, and carers in foster care. You’ll work closely with families, carers, and agencies to ensure children receive safe, stable, and positive care experiences.

The role combines case management, administrative responsibilities, and face-to-face visits with children and carers. No two days will look the same as you provide practical support, advocacy, and guidance.

**Benefits**:

- Pay rates from **$38.65 - $41.45** (SCHAD’s Award Level 3, based on experience/qualifications)
- Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax-free per year (if eligible)
- Meal and entertainment card up to $2,650 pre-tax (if eligible)
- Novated lease options to reduce taxable income
- Option to purchase extra annual leave (if eligible)
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Annual flu vaccination
- Fitness Passport access for you and your family
- Birthday leave - celebrate your day with time off
- Meaningful work making a real difference in young lives

**Duties**:

- Manage a caseload of children and young people in foster care
- Work directly with carers, families, and government agencies
- Conduct home visits and provide ongoing support to children and carers
- Write case notes, reports, and maintain accurate records
- Advocate for the rights and wellbeing of children in care
- Balance administrative tasks with face-to-face client engagement

**Skills and Experience**:
**Essential**:

- Experience in Out of Home Care or a similar role
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Excellent written skills for reports and documentation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- Resilient, adaptable, and flexible to work non-standard hours
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Current NSW Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
- Current Australian Driver’s Licence

**Desirable**:

- Qualifications in Social Work, Community Services, or related field
- Broader experience working with children, families, or community support services

**About Us**:
For over 65 years, Challenge Community Services has provided disability services, foster care, allied health, and supported employment. Our mission is simple: empower individuals and strengthen communities through compassionate, people-focused support.

**How to apply**

**Applications Close: 28th September 2025**

**We acknowledge the traditional owners of the land on which we work and live, and pay my respects to their elders past and present.

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