Case Worker - Pathways to Safety and Support
Full Time contract role until 31/12/26 based on Wanaruah Land in Muswellbrook
$41.49ph - $48.47ph + Super + Salary Packaging
Flexible, friendly organisation, WFH & 9 day fortnight options
About the role
Our Pathways to Safety and Support Pilot program provides effective intervention and support to children, young people and their families, with problematic and harmful sexual behaviours (PHSB) by linking them with targeted and coordinated supports.
Duties
Provide tailored support and advocacy to children, young people and families affected by problematic and harmful sexual behaviours (PHSB), using a strengths‐based, person‐centred approach.
Conduct comprehensive assessments to develop, implement, and review safety and support plans that address both strengths and areas of risk.
Coordinate wrap‐around support by working closely with government departments, schools, health services, and community agencies to raise awareness and deliver integrated services.
Facilitate education and awareness through the planning and delivery of group sessions, workshops, and information sessions for clients and sector professionals.
Build strong, culturally safe relationships with clients and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, as well as Culturally and Linguistically Diverse clients and communities to ensure inclusive and respectful practice.
Identify and respond to risks, including escalating concerns and making child protection reports where necessary.
Salary Benefits
You can package up to $15,900 pa of your pre‐tax salary to pay for everyday expenses before income tax is calculated, meaning you take home even more pay.
Work/Life Balance
Enjoy flexible work arrangements, including hybrid home/office options, and accrue an additional day off each month (a bonus of 12 days per year) as a full‐time employee.
Recognition and Reward
Sector competitive remuneration, various recognition programs and access to long service leave after 5 years.
Wellness
Stay fit with a Fitness passport and utilise our Employee Assistance Program.
Professional Development
We tailor career development opportunities to all employees and volunteers for career enrichment, fulfilment, and growth.
Our Reconciliation Commitment
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees are entitled up to 2 days paid plus up to 10 days unpaid cultural leave, as well as the opportunity to be a voice on reference networking groups and for cultural and professional development that supports career pathways and wellbeing.
Skills and Experience
As a Case Manager within our Pathways Team, you will have:
* Tertiary qualification in social work, psychology, human services, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
* Strong understanding of problematic and harmful sexual behaviours (PHSB) in children and young people, including associated risks and vulnerabilities.
* Demonstrated experience supporting children, young people, and families, particularly in child protection or similar settings.
* Proven ability to deliver group‐based education and awareness sessions to clients and sector professionals.
* Excellent communication, assessment, and case planning skills, with a strengths‐based and trauma‐informed approach.
* Cultural competence and experience working respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and other diverse groups.
* Current driver's licence and willingness to travel.
If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, we want to hear from you. The Benevolent Society recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, and strongly encourages you to apply.
Interested? Apply online today! To apply please submit your current CV along with a 1 page cover letter discussing your reasons for applying and suitability for the role.
For all enquiries, please contact Lynda on 0401 125 783.
Internally this role is called a Child & Family Practitioner.
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