Case Manager Early Intervention Family Support - Intensive Family Support
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MacKillop Family Services is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply and are preferred for this position. In addition, a $5000 remote allowance for all Pilbara employees. About the role: The Senior Case Manager position will oversee case management and case work service for the Early Intervention Family Support Service (EIFS) and the Family Carer Support Service (FCSS). This position will add value to the program in the form of additional leadership by mentoring, supporting and providing supervision to case managers. Additionally, it will involve undertaking complex case management processes. The Senior Case Manager is a member of the Western Australia and Northern Territory team, located in the Pilbara office and reports to the Coordinator Pilbara Family Support Services. This is a Full-time opportunity based in Onslow, WA within our Intensive Family Support/ Family Care Support Services Program. Key Selection Criteria: To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and values and an awareness of the current issues faced by Aboriginal children, young people and their families.
- An appropriate qualification in Human Services, or a related discipline, with substantial experience is preferred. A combination of equivalent level of study and experience, including Aboriginal people with lived and professional experience, will be considered.
- Extensive experience and demonstrated skills in working with vulnerable children, young people, and families in a trauma-informed way. An understanding of the child protection system including the out of home care service system.
- A minimum of 3 years of case management experience, including the management of complex cases.
- Valid and current Driver’s Licence;
- Satisfactory Criminal History Check (paid for by MacKillop);
- Valid Employee Working with Children Check;
- Valid and current NDIS Workers Screening Check (for risk assessed / client facing roles). MacKillop can assist successful candidates with their application.
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