Case Manager

**About the role - Maximum term - Full-Time Ending 30/06/2025 (with possibility of extension)**

As a committed community service professional working within a restorative practice framework and ensuring cultural accountability, the Case Manager supports Aboriginal community members who are at risk of and/or experiencing homelessness. The position contributes to embedding an innovative Aboriginal designed service model known as Wardliana where team members will work with our collaborators across the Toward Home Alliance in multi-disciplinary teams.
- Key responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:_
- Grow our clients support system and ensure they are referred to and can access any supports they require
- Provide assertive outreach to the Adelaide Park Lands, and other locations
- Seek opportunities to collaborate with partner Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations in the delivery of client work, ensuring client's identity is honoured and supported

**About you**:
You're passionate about making a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members experiencing or at risk of homelessness. With a deep understanding of collective culture and community dynamics, you build trust through respectful, culturally safe relationships.

Your ability to work collaboratively with both Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations and mainstream services ensures holistic, person-led outcomes.

Most importantly, you share our vision of ending homelessness and believe in the power of community, connection, and cultural identity to drive lasting change.
- You will also have the following skills and experience: _
- Tertiary qualifications in Human Services (e.g. Social Work, Youth Work, Psychology, Community Development) or Diploma in the related field of study
- Extensive relevant experience maybe considered in lieu of qualifications
- Experience in the following areas: Cultural Planning, Relationship Mapping, Alcohol and Other Drugs, Mental Health, Domestic and Family Violence, Aboriginal Health.

**Specific Requirements**:
Baptist Care SA is committed to the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable people and as such applicants will be considered in accordance with our safety practices and suitability.
- You will be required to have, or be willing to obtain: _
- Full unrestricted South Australia Driver's Licence
- Working With Children check
- National Police Clearance
- Training: Provide First Aid (HLTAID011)
- Training: Safe Environments for Children and Young People (Through Their Eyes)

**About us**:
Baptist Care SA works collaboratively with South Australians from all walks of life. We provide Camping and Adventure Programs, Disability Services, Homelessness Services, Out of Home Care and Youth, Family and Community Programs. We are committed to finding a way forward for everyone we serve and supporting them to achieve their life goals. We find ways to make people's lives better.

**Why work with us?**

Baptist Care SA offers a flexible and supportive environment where you are encouraged to be the best version of yourself.
- You'll also receive: _
- A competitive salary on the SCHADS Award (Level 4) + super
- Salary packaging in addition to increase your take home pay
- A corporate health plan with BUPA offering discounted health insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Support cultural and community obligations, including up to five days Paid Cultural Leave

**_ Baptist Care SA is proud to be working towards uniting with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptcare (VIC, TAS), to create a newly merged national care organisation committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together, we are building on a shared history of care and compassion, expanding our reach, and strengthening our mission to help people live well with dignity and purpose._