Join Us and Make a Difference to the Community

CatholicCare Social Services Hunter-Manning is a not-for-profit organisation and an agency of the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle. We offer whole-of-community support and empowerment options to those in need regardless of religion, age, gender, physical and intellectual capacity, or ethnicity.

We work together with local communities to build a stronger, fairer, and kinder society that values children, young people, families and individuals.

The Opportunity [link removed]

This is an Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander identified position which is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

This program aims to work alongside vulnerable people whom experience mental illness issues that may have comorbid links with alcohol and other drugs as well as support them to navigate the complexities that arise in that space. 

The program partners with NSW Corrective Services & Community Corrections, residential rehabilitation services, medical professionals, community health and other non-government support services to improve health and social outcomes. The focus of the program is on supporting people to re-integrate back into their community via a case coordination approach and to prevent readmission into residential rehabilitation or correctional facilities. 

People eligible to access the program will be engaged with the Mental Health/AOD Caseworker for a maximum of 12 weeks and will have access to a care package tailored to their needs. 

There is an emphasis on integration with local services including the local Aboriginal Medical Services – Biripi and Tobwabba. 

Experience/Criteria

• Aboriginality.
• A commitment to the Vision, Mission and Values of CatholicCare.
• A good understanding of the vulnerabilities that can lead to AOD addictions, and an ability to empathise and view addictions compassionately as a disease. 
• An understanding of Case Coordination and Case Management and demonstrated experience in compiling case management or coordination plans. 
• Suitable written and verbal communication skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with external stakeholders including Local Aboriginal companies in a manner that promotes professionalism and increases referral networks and linkages across the community.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously in the community under minimal supervision. 
• Demonstrated ability to positively contribute to a small team and a stated understanding of the benefits of teamwork. 
• A commitment to undertaking and participating in evaluation processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Cert IV Qualification in AOD or Mental health Services or Fitness and/or two years’ experience working alongside people with AOD addictions. 
• Current NSW Driver Licence
• Current paid Working with Children Check.
• National Criminal History Check

Benefits of Working With Us

• Work in a supportive and friendly environment of dedicated and passionate co-workers.
• Supportive management, ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Flexible family friendly working conditions.
• Receive up to 3 additional days leave, Bishop’s Leave, between the Christmas and new year period annually.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• The availability of discounted gym membership, Fitness Passport.
• Salary sacrificing options and salary packaging and more.

To Apply

Please provide a current copy of your Resume and a Cover Letter which addresses the two criterion points below:

• Why you want this role and how it aligns with your career goals.
• Your qualifications and experience in a similar position.

Please note, you will be assessed against the full list of criteria within the interview process as listed under the headings of Experience/Criteria and Qualifications.

Applications close 11.59pm on Wednesday, 26 October 2022.

Additional Information

CatholicCare Social Services Hunter-Manning is a child safe organisation, committed to the protection of children and has zero-tolerance of any abuse of children. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, retain a valid Working with Children Check where necessary and comply with our Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct.

Positions identified as child related employment at the CatholicCatholic must have a valid Working With Children Check. For more information, please visit the NSW Office of Children’s Guardian.

This position has been determined as child related and a current Working With Children Check for paid employment is required. Applicants must be able to demonstrate an understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children.

The appointment of successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory employment screening including the completion of a National Police Check, where applicable the retention of a valid Working with Children Check and adoption and compliance with our Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct.

Covid-19 Vaccination

The safety and welfare of our staff, volunteers and community in which we work is paramount for CatholicCare. We recognise that being fully vaccinated is one of the best ways we can protect ourselves and the community against COVID-19. In keeping with our purpose of a stronger, fairer, and kinder society for our community, all employees of CatholicCare must have received at least two doses of a recognised COVID-19 vaccine before commencing employment. CatholicCare is committed to meeting our obligations under our funding agreements and public health orders and appreciate your understanding of our approach to protecting all staff, volunteers and the vulnerable within our community.