• Therapeutic Case Manager | Newcastle, NSW
• Child & Family Services
• Join an industry leader

Our team in Newcastle is looking for an experienced Case Manager to join our team! We are seeking a resilient team member who is looking to take on the next challenge in their career. You will be rewarded for your hard work and be part of improving the quality of life and community participation for children and young people.

The role

The focus and purpose of this role is to provide excellent case management support to children and young people, families, significant others and relevant stakeholders within our Intensive Therapeutic Care Program. The child and young people you support may have a disability or have experienced complex trauma backgrounds, and as such have complex and/or challenging needs. The Therapeutic Case Manager will enable our children and young people to improve their quality of life, participation in the community, ensure that service delivery is person centered and is based on a therapeutic framework focusing on strengths-based intervention and support.

About you

If you’re able to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and have experience working with children and young people who have experienced complex trauma backgrounds we’d love to chat with you!

• Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Nursing & Mental Health (or have completed the first 12 months)
• Experience with Case Management in the Community/Social sector 
• Excellent verbal and written communication with ability to write clear, detailed case notes
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience to work within the relevant legislation, OOHC Standards, policies, and procedures.
• Capacity to apply culturally appropriate case management practices with Aboriginal and culturally diverse communities
• Drivers license
• Working with Children Check
• Ability to work flexible hours

We offer

• Hourly rate based on SCHADS Award Level 5 – $47.50 per hour
• Salary packaging $15,900 general and $2,650 entertainment
• Paid training and opportunities for career development
• 24/7 crisis and incident response support
• Free confidential counselling support for employees and close family members

About us

We provide services to people with disability, young people and children in out-of-home care, their families and communities. We believe everyone is equal. You can learn more about us here.

How to Apply

All applications must be lodged online.

If you have any questions or would like to see a copy of the job description, please contact Rachel Shorrock on 0447 397 665 or [email protected]

Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.