Caseworker - Intensive Therapeutic Care Significant Disability (ITC SD) - Orange

Employment Type: Full-time

• Salary $81K - $87K + 12% Super + Salary Sacrifice up to $15,900 a year
• Employee Assistance Program for you and family + tailored clinical support
• Exclusive gym memberships & other savings via our rewards program

Who Are We?

CareSouth is a passionate, community-driven organisation dedicated to supporting children, young people, families, and individuals. We offer a range of services including early intervention, foster care, NDIS support, and youth services, all aimed at fostering independence and building brighter futures. We believe in taking care of our team. Along with great hourly rates, we offer the below benefits to help you feel supported, stay healthy, and grow in your career.

About the Role

CareSouth is currently looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Caseworker to join our Permanency Support Program predominanty supporting young people residing in our ITC-SD programs based in Orange & Blayney. The sucessful applicant will spend most of their time working within the residential service whilst providing direct professional case management to children, young people and their families. The primary focus of this position is the ongoing assessment and investigation of appropriate support services to assist families to connect with support services. The role of the Caseworker is to be an advocate for the children, young people and families to enable change that ensures that children and young people are safe and that their social, emotional, health and education is improved.

To recognise the work you do we offer:

• Above Award Rates + 12% Super + Salary Sacrifice up to $15,900 a year.
• Free, confidential and independent Employee Assistance Program for you and family + tailored clinical support.
• A compassionate, supportive and inclusive culture that encourages you to be bold, big-hearted and determined.
• Flexible Working Arrangements.
• Concessional leave over the Christmas period.
• Flare Rewards: Access exclusive savings on food, entertainment, and more through our Rewards partnership program.
• Exclusive gym memberships & other savings via our rewards program.
• 24/7 After Hours Call centre to allow you to leave work at work.
• Tailored professional development pathways.
• 24/7 access to our online eLearning system.

The successful applicant will:

• Be committed to the safety of children, young people and people with a disability.
• Hold a degree in Social Work, Psychology or a Diploma in Social Sciences/Social Welfare or other relevant qualification.
• Have a strong understanding of the issues facing vulnerable children and their families.
• Have sound interpersonal, facilitation and conflict resolution skills.
• Have a proven ability to establish and maintain effective community networks.
• Demonstrate a high level verbal and written communication skills.
• Have an understanding and commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity, Work Health and Safety, Cultural issues and the NSW Child Protection system.
• Hold a current driver's licence.
• Be 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 Apply:

Please review the Position Description available on our website for a comprehensive overview of the role. Your application must include a copy of your updated resume and a cover letter outlining how your experience and skills match the attached Position Description.

NOTE: Positions are subject to a Working with Children/Vulnerable People clearance and satisfactory National Police Check.

Enquiries to: Samantha Tripet, PSP Program Manager on

CareSouth warmly welcomes EVERYONE, irrespective of their ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination.

Attachments:

- F-PC-127 - Position Description