Case Worker - Permanency Support Program (Full Time - 12 Month Contract)
Veritas House is a vibrant not-for-profit, community-based organisation with a specific focus on supporting vulnerable children, young people & their families. Veritas currently delivers services in a range of DCJ-funded programs.
You’ll be part of a caring, values-driven team that’s passionate about creating positive outcomes — while enjoying a workplace that values authenticity, collaboration and growth.
About the role
As a Case Worker in our Permanency Support Program, you’ll play a vital role in the statutory out-of-home care (OOHC) system, working with children and young people who have experienced trauma, loss and instability. You’ll provide comprehensive case management to help them feel secure, valued and connected while working towards permanency and long-term stability.
This is a challenging yet deeply rewarding role, where no two days are the same. You’ll collaborate with DCJ, carers, birth families, and specialist services to deliver the best-practice care planning principles that meets legal, emotional and developmental needs. You’ll also empower young people in Supported Independent Living to build the skills and confidence needed to transition successfully into adulthood.
Specific responsibilities of this role include:
- Provide high-quality case management to children and young people in Foster Care and Supported Independent Living.
- Develop and implement case plans that promote safety, stability, and positive life outcomes.
- Support young people to build independent living skills, manage tenancies, and access education, training, and employment opportunities.
- Build strong, respectful relationships with children, young people, Foster Carers, and families.
- Collaborate with service providers and government agencies to ensure the best outcomes for each child or young person.
- Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with Permanency Support Program and NSW Child Protection standards.
- Participate in the after-hours on-call roster and contribute to a positive, supportive team culture.
Why work for us?
As an organisation we value collaboration, authenticity, compassion and relationships and together, we work towards achieving a world where every person feels safe, secure and valued. We do work we're proud of, but we offer more than just the chance to feel good:
- NFP salary packaging options up to $15,900 per year plus meals and entertainment benefits
- Opportunity to use novated leasing to purchase a car
- Additional leave once your probationary period is complete
- Generous Discounts Platform
- Opportunity to develop your skills working within a trauma and developmentally informed team
- Regular individual and group supervision as well as other continuing professional development opportunities
- Access to Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training - a compassionate, trauma-informed training program that helps staff support children through challenging moments, focusing on de‑escalation, safety, and building trusting caring relationships.
To apply:
Attach your resume, a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the position and a statement that outlines how you meet the essential criteria listed below.
Any questions? Please email us at **********@veritashouse.org.au
Applications close 9.00 am on Tuesday 25th November
(Please note: we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates as they apply so this ad may close sooner. So don't delay!)
Qualifications
- A relevant qualification in Community Services, Social Work, Youth Work, Case Management or a related field (minimum Diploma level).
- Experience in child protection, out-of-home care or youth services.
- Strong understanding of the Children and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act 1998 and NSW Child Safe Standards.
- Excellent case planning, documentation and time management skills.
- The ability to engage effectively with children, young people, carers and families.
We hire on merit alone and welcome the true, authentic and diverse person you are. We value a team as diverse as our community! Irrespective of your culture, ethnicity, race, gender identity, age, linguistic background, religion, disability or sexual orientation – we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to the Veritas House team, and celebrate diversity in everything that makes you, YOU!
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