Youth Caseworker
5 days ago
About the role
As a Youth Caseworker at Orange Local Aboriginal Land Council, you will play a crucial role in supporting and empowering young people within the local community. This full-time position is based in Orange, NSW 2800, and will involve delivering high-quality casework services to help young people navigate challenges, access resources, and achieve their goals.
What you'll be doing
- Provide a minimum of four hours direct casework support per week for each client – using a range of strategies to engage young people in the program.
- Support young people to achieve their goals, as agreed upon with the young person, family and Youth Justice. For young people supervised by Youth Justice, aligning goal setting with Youth Justice Case Plans.
- Engage, develop and maintain effective communication and positive relationship with young people you support
- Delivery of cultural activities, mentoring, recreational activities
- Assist and encourage clients to develop skills necessary to achieve their set goals as per their case plans – including skills in life management, vocation, self- esteem, financial management, employment, education and personal development.
- Provide direct support (warm referrals) in helping young people access assistance such as Centrelink, NDIS.
- Support to re-engage with school, TAFE, training and employment.
- Capturing data and preparing weekly Service Delivery Reports for Youth Justice, including recording all contact clients via the data management system.
- Maintain electronic records – ensuring all client documents are completed, and records are detailed and accurate, and comply with relevant legislation.
- Ensure case notes are updated regularly.
- Liaise with the Youth Justice and relevant support services to implement the necessary referral and support of clients on a weekly basis.
What we're looking for
- Qualification in Community Services or similar or relevant experience in family or community support
- Demonstrated experience in providing casework and support services to young people, particularly those from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with young people
- Excellent problem-solving and case management skills, with the capacity to work collaboratively and advocate for clients
- Thorough understanding of the challenges and barriers faced by young people, as well as the available support services and resources
- Commitment to promoting cultural safety and respecting the diversity of young people and their communities
What we offer
At Orange Local Aboriginal Land Council, we are dedicated to supporting the growth and development of our community. We offer Ongoing professional development and training opportunities and a Supportive and inclusive work environment
About us
Orange Local Aboriginal Land Council is a leading community organisation committed to empowering and supporting people in the Orange and Bathurst regions. We strive to promote cultural preservation, economic development, and social wellbeing for our community. As an employer, we value diversity, inclusion, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
Apply now to be part of our dedicated team and make a positive impact on the lives of young people in our community.
Please include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria along with an updated resume. For more information or to obtain a copy of the position description please contact
