Case Worker

Full time, SCHADS L4 to L5, 76 hours per fortnight located in Perth
- Fixed term till 30/06/2026 with potential for extension
- Salary packaging available and other benefits available
- Full time, SCHADS L4 to L5 pay range, 76 hours per fortnight located in Perth, working out of Aboriginal Legal Service office.
- Fixed term till 30/06/2026 with potential for extension.
- Salary packaging benefits (find out more here on what this means)
- Working Monday to Friday.
- Discounts with a major health insurance provider.
- We offer employees and their family members access to a confidential, and professional counselling service.

**Other benefits***
- Knowing you are making a real difference in your community and being part of a team that celebrates your successes and supports you during challenges.

HOPE has been a provider of community services in Western Australia for over 120 years, providing much needed support for people in the areas of alcohol and other drugs, mental health, justice and family and domestic violence.***

**About the Opportunity**

"Old Ways New Ways is a consortium delivered service funded by the Commonwealth Attorney General's Department. Consortia members include Hope Community Services, Aboriginal Legal Services WA (lead agency), Wadjak Northside Aboriginal Corporation and Stephen Michael Foundation. Old Ways News Ways is a justice reinvestment initiative designed to break the cycle of youth offending in the Perth and is funded under the National Justice Reinvestment Program until 30 June 2026."

The Case Worker for the Old Ways New Ways (OWNW) Justice Reinvestment Program provides culturally secure, individualised and flexible case management support to Aboriginal young people involved in or at risk of entering the justice system. The role focuses on supporting Aboriginal young people and their families through individualised support plans, mentoring and practical support to facilitate their participation in educational activities and on-country cultural camps as well as external community services in order to reduce recidivism and improve wellbeing.

**Requirements of the Role**:

- Develop and implement individualised case plans with and for Aboriginal young people based on assessments of needs, risks, and strengths.
- Engage with families, ensuring their involvement in the case management process and providing them with relevant support.
- Provide practical assistance to young people to attend appointments; to comply with court and youth justice requirements; to assist with identification, Centrelink and other essentials etc.
- Coordinate referrals to appropriate community services, including mental health, physical health, education/training, housing, NDIS, and legal supports, to address the comprehensive needs of the young people.
- Advocate for the rights and interests of the young people with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, schools, legal services, and other community-based programs.

**About you**:

- Minimum Certificate 4 or Diploma in Youth Work, Mental Health, AOD or Community Services, or relevant experience in relevant/related roles.
- Experience working with Aboriginal young people and families with an appropriate level of cultural understanding, empathy and sensitivity and trauma informed.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with young people, families, and stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders at a high level.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and external stakeholders to achieve program goals.
- Understanding of the unique challenges faced by Aboriginal youth in the justice system and a commitment to culturally responsive practices.
- Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of social justice and human rights.
- Ability to confidently use workplace technology.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Attention to detail in maintaining accurate case records and preparing reports.
- Demonstrated commitment to child safety.

**Desirable criteria**:

- Demonstrated experience in case management, preferably with Aboriginal youth or in justice settings.
- Advocacy skills in supporting youth to access services and navigate the justice system.
- Experience working in partnership with Aboriginal communities and Elders.
- Experience in building partnerships with community service providers, legal services, and government agencies.
- Knowledge of justice reinvestment principles and the OWNW program objectives.
- Experience in delivering programs that incorporate cultural healing and on-country activities.

Experience in programs/services for young people involved in or at risk of involvement in the justice system.

**Our Culture**

Hope strives to provide a safe workplace and promotes progressive policies that prioritise the health