SHS Outreach Caseworker Newcastle

3 days ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Samaritans Foundation Full time $61,200 - $83,400 per year

Outreach Case Worker | Specialist Homelessness Service

  • Newcastle & Lower Hunter Based Role
  • Full-time | Contract Leave Cover until 30/06/2026
  • This role is paid under the SCHADS award - Level 4

The Opportunity:

The Case Worker will support Samaritans' Specialist Homelessness Service across the Lower Hunter & Newcastle, assisting young people at various stages of securing safe, stable housing.

Key responsibilities include intake, needs assessment, individual planning, and referrals to wraparound services. The role primarily involves outreach casework, alongside crisis accommodation support and preventative programs to help young people sustain tenancies.

Why Work for us?

Newcastle Anglican places people at the centre of our work. As a part of a faith-based organisation, you have access to the following great benefits:

  • Up to 40% discount on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools
  • Salary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight)
  • Access to MAXXIA rewards program
  • Discounted private health insurance through Medibank
  • Career and development opportunities – we want you to flourish
  • Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport Program
  • Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid parental leave or partner leave (after 12 months of service)
  • You work for us, but we also want to work for you Is there something important to you we have missed? Let's talk about it

About you:

Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
• NSW drivers Licence
• National Criminal History Check
• Working with Children Check
• Comprehensively insured motor vehicle.

  • Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Community Services/Welfare, Youth Work or related disciplines, OR related experience with extensive background in working with men, women and families with mental health, drug and alcohol issues, and domestic violence.
  • Experience in Case Management practice - SHS case work highly desirable. Strengths-based and trauma informed care approach in supporting young people experiencing disadvantage
  • Demonstrated strong conflict resolution skills
  • Advanced understanding of the complex needs of young people and families facing homelessness and the provision of case work for these groups.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop rapport and communicate effectively with men, women and families, to listen to them
  • To assist them to make informed decisions and develop skills for independent living within the community
  • Demonstrated understanding of the complex needs of men, women and families facing homelessness and domestic violence
  • Demonstrated commitment and ability to maintain confidentiality and accountability, including client records, team and organisational discussions
  • Ability to operate with minimal supervision and as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Understanding of and commitment to the principles of Child Protection, WH&S, cultural diversity and ethical practice
  • Proven ability to effectively and proactively network and liaise with government and non-government service providers

Who we are?

Formally known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and Central Coast.

We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans.

Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus.

We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.

For more information on who we are and the work we do, visit 

For further information and to obtain a copy of the full position description, please email our Talent Team at 

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