Caseworker Care Services

Join Us and Empower Young Lives in Care

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? At Meli, we believe in the power of human effort to create a better world. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Caseworker – Care Services to join our dedicated team. In this role, you'll help ensure children and young people in home-based care or Targeted Care Packages receive the support, stability, and care they need to thrive.

About the Role

As a Caseworker – Care Services, you will:

• Provide case management for children and young people in foster care, kinship care, or independent living arrangements.
• Support and supervise carers to ensure safe, nurturing, and high-quality care environments.
• Collaborate with care teams, government agencies, and service providers to develop and implement care plans.
• Monitor the wellbeing and progress of children in placement, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and best practice within the Care Services team.

This is a meaningful opportunity to work closely with children, families, and carers, and to be part of a team committed to creating positive outcomes.

Position Details

• Multiple positions, one ongoing and one fixed term 30 June 2026
• 1 FTE working 38 hours per week
• $97,614 p/a (pro-rata) Super Salary Packaging
• To view the Position Description, please click here

Why Work with Us?

At Meli, we offer more than just a job—we provide a platform to thrive, grow, and make an impact. Our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) includes:

• Supportive Culture: Join a values-driven organization that fosters collaboration and innovation.
• Career Growth: Access ongoing Learning & Development opportunities and clear pathways for progression.
• Financial Benefits: Enjoy salary packaging up to $15,900 per year, enhancing your financial well-being.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible ways of working
• Employee Wellbeing: Participate in employee-led Inclusion Working Groups, access confidential counselling via our Employee Assistance Program, and enjoy paid parental leave above the government scheme.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and actively supports individuals from all walks of life.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who brings empathy, professionalism, and a strong understanding of child welfare. To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Welfare Studies, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in case management and delivering therapeutic interventions for children and families.
• Knowledge of the child protection and Care Services systems in Victoria.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with carers, families, and service partners.
• A current Victorian Driver's License.
• A commitment to the Victorian Child Safe Standards and to fostering a child-safe culture in all aspects of your work.

Join Our Commitment

Meli is committed to providing a child-safe environment. We have zero tolerance of any abuse or maltreatment of children. Our recruitment practices reflect our commitment to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of young people in our care.

Meli is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA community members, people living with disabilities, and those looking to return to the workforce.

Our usual process includes a written application, a phone call and a panel interview, if you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please email us at *********** to discuss how we can best support you.

How to Apply

We're excited to hear from you Please submit your application, including a résumé and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined above. Applications close 11:59pm, 5 June 2025.

For more information about the position please contact Grace Jones, Team Leader, Care Services
• Family Support & Care Services ***.

Take the Next Step

If you're ready to inspire change and make a lasting impact, click Apply Now and start your journey with Meli.

V.I.D #368785

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