Case Manager – Yorke and Mid North Domestic Violence Services Uniting Country SA

JOB DESCRIPTION

The gateway to a new beginning. 

About Us

We are one of the largest and progressive not-for-profit regional community services providers in South Australia.  Established over 100 years ago, we are headquartered in Port Pirie with over 320 talented, qualified employees and over 170 dedicated volunteers.

Our positive, hands-on involvement in regional communities is rewarding and enriching, both for staff and for the people we work with.

Every day we celebrate diversity, thrive on inclusion and demand equity.  We provide a collaborative, supportive and flexible working environment while constantly advocating for change to make things even better!

About You

We are always on the lookout for people who share our values and passion to join our team. We can offer you the chance to thrive in a career that makes a difference in people’s lives.

If you are kind, compassionate, believe in a society that is fair and justice for all the community, then we want you!

Why Join Us

You will have:

  • Flexible working arrangements and salary packaging benefits.
  • An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members.
  • A seat at the table where grassroots changes/improvements are made to tackle social justice issues.
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing initiatives.
  • A career pathway with a comprehensive induction, as well as continuous training.
  • Ongoing support and professional development opportunities.

We recognise that diversity in our workforce enables us to better support our clients’ aspirations and goals.  So, if you are a person living with a disability, an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person, part of the LGBTIQA+ community, from a culturally diverse group, have lived experience or are unique in any other way, we would love to hear from you.

Did you know, we are a White Ribbon Accredited Workplace, and in 2021 we were ranked in the Top 10 Best Places to Work in Australia?

We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant. 

We are the difference

Uniting Country SA – Caring for Country People

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Position Location: Kadina

Position Status: Part Time FTE 0.40

Closing Date for Applications: 11th December 2023

The Yorke and Mid North Domestic Violence Service provides support to people who are at risk of, or are experiencing domestic violence.

As the Case Manager, you will work independently and as part of a team to develop and maintain services that support those impacted by domestic violence. Case Managers provide tailored support to enhance the safety of clients through the provision of professional, high quality case management, advocacy and counselling. 

Please view the Position Description for further information on the duties and responsibilities of the role.

You will:

  • Have strong relationship building and communication skills.
  • Show proficient time management and organisation skills.
  • Have a knowledge of key barriers facing people with complex needs.

It is essential for you to have: 

  • Current Australian Drivers Licence.
  • Certificate IV (or above) in a Human Services related field e.g. Community Services, Case Management, Disability, Mental Health, Youth Work, etc.
  • Relevant experience, in a paid or voluntary capacity.

A tertiary qualification in a Human Services related field e.g. Social Work will be highly regarded. 

You may also need to be available for some out of hours work and travel between Uniting Country SA sites or interstate as required.

Our process requires you to provide a Resume, Cover Letter and a statement addressing the Duties and Responsibilities contained within the Position Description.  You will need to put this information in three (3) separate documents and upload each document.  

Refer to the Uniting Country SA Guide to Applying for more information.

All offers of employment are subject to the screening and assessment requirements of the Children and Young People (Safety) Act 2017 and any other legislation that interacts with it.

Please contact Brianna Clayton on 0427 693 069 for any questions concerning this position.

Please contact Laiken Bell, People and Culture Officer on 0466 503 880 for enquiries regarding the application process.

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