Koori Men's Diversion Caseworker

1 day ago

Mildura, Victoria, Australia Mallee District Aboriginal Services Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Who We Are
MDAS' reason for being is described by our Elders as:

  • Employed by our Community, to work for our Community… engaging, educating, and empowering individuals, families, and our Community in their journey to self-determination.
  • MDAS has embarked on a commitment to become a leading Aboriginal organisation known for its ability to make a practical difference to client's lives, families and our Community.
  • Our organisation's services, people and culture will be guided through strong leadership and engagement with community and MDAS teams.

Our Purpose
MDAS' Purpose Is

  • Healing, supporting, serving, and protecting our communities throughout the Mallee Region.
  • Healthy, resilient, and capable Aboriginal people and families who can be their very best selves and exercise true self determination.
  • Caring for, strengthening, empowering, motivating and guiding our Mob.

Position Summary
The Koori Women's Diversion Case Worker is an Aboriginal Identified Position and will support the Senior Case Manager in diverting Aboriginal women from further contact with the criminal justice system, by delivering and coordinating intensive case management to a caseload of 6-8 Aboriginal women with an overall case load of 18 within a 12-month period. The program is designed for Aboriginal women in contact with the criminal justice system in Mildura.

The Case worker in collaboration with the Senior Case Manager will be responsible for:

  • Providing case management support to Aboriginal women in contact with the justice system.
  • Developing and managing case plans, undertaking assessments, and referrals.
  • Coordinating the delivery of cultural and gender appropriate treatment and support services for Aboriginal women and advocating on their behalf.
  • Working collaboratively with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal service providers and government departments to establish network and referral pathways.
  • Contributing to improved justice outcomes by liaising with justice agencies and supporting Aboriginal women in contact with the criminal justice system.

Key Selection Criteria
Technical Expertise
Proven ability to work effectively with the local Aboriginal community.

Demonstrated understanding of the underlying issues that contribute to Aboriginal women's contact with the justice system.

Demonstrated knowledge of the service system and resources available to support Aboriginal women in contact with the justice system.

Organisation and Planning
Demonstrated experience in coordinating and delivering effective advice, support, and services to Aboriginal women.

Interpersonal Skills And Communication
Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement and liaising with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal organisations to achieve project objectives and goals.

Effective written and oral communication skills including the ability to create and revise case plans, reports and other documents.

Respect Cultural Diversity
Take action to provide services that are inclusive of Aboriginal people and engage in learning about other cultures to better establish relationships and improve services.

Qualification/s
Case management experience

Degree/tertiary qualification in psychology, social work, criminal justice or other related area

Other Screening Requirements
A current Driver's License that allows you to drive in Australia.

A current Employee Working with Children Check card.

A current National Police Check.

MDAS is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a 'child safe' organisation, employment with MDAS is subject to satisfactory national police check and Working with Children Check in Victoria prior to commencement of paid or voluntary work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

MDAS is a health service provider, and it is a condition of employment at MDAS that all employees, volunteers, and contractors receive all COVID-19 vaccination requirements and provide evidence of vaccination certificates and subsequent booster information or evidence of a valid medical exemption to be able to perform duties at any of MDAS' work sites.

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