The Royal Children's Hospital

Case Manager - Leongatha

The Royal Children's Hospital  •  Commonwealth of Australia (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

Number of Positions Available:

1

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

Why this role matters

The Salvation Army (Salvos) Youth Services encompasses a range of programs for vulnerable young people, their families, and the community. Our services have a strong focus on prevention and early intervention and enable access to safe accommodation options, Holistic case management, community outreachprogramsand programs that teach vital independent living skills. Our centres are safe and supportive environments creating an ideal environment for growth, where participants feel believed in, valued, listened to,andrespected

About the role

As a Case Manager, this is your opportunity to deliver high quality case management support services across Bass Coast and South Gippsland to young people including families with accompanying children who are at risk of, or experiencing, homelessness.

Reporting to the Client Services Coordinator, this is a permanent part-time position, 30.4 hours per week, based on-site in Leongatha, VIC.

How you will make an impact

  • Deliver high-quality support services to young people, couples and families, including those with children, using trauma-informed, youth work and social work frameworks
  • Conduct assessments, develop and implement individual case plans in collaboration with clients, and regularly monitor progress and outcomes
  • Engage with young people with complex needs, including AOD, mental health, out-of-home care and adolescent violence, and connect them with community supports and advocacy where needed
  • Maintain accurate client records, manage risks, and contribute to program development and service improvements within an integrated team approach
  • Facilitate group activities, life skills sessions and therapeutic programs, and participate in portfolio teams and strategic working groups to support client wellbeing and program delivery

What you will bring

  • A Tertiary qualification in social work, social sciences or related field (desirable)
  • Demonstrated experience in delivering case management practice within a homeless service setting
  • Well-written verbal and IT communication skills
  • Excellent organisation and administrative skills with capacity to balance workload, determine priorities and meet deadlines while also managing the needs of client crisis assistance requirements
  • A current VIC Driver's Licence
  • A current VIC Employee Working with Children Check​

What we offer

The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:

  • Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit
  • Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities
  • Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency
  • Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts

Conditions

Compensation is in accordance with Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award - Level 5.

How to apply

Ifyou’repassionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, pleasesubmityour resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the roleTogether we can build a brighter future.

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. W e are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration

The Royal Children's Hospital

About The Royal Children's Hospital

The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) has been providing outstanding care for Victoria's children and their families for over 147 years.

We are the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and our care extends to children from Tasmania, southern New South Wales and other states around Australia and overseas.

With a passionate, highly skilled and committed staff campus wide of over 5,000, we provide a full range of clinical services, tertiary care and health promotion and prevention programs for children and young people.

We are the designated state-wide major trauma centre for paediatrics in Victoria and a Nationally Funded Centre for cardiac and liver transplantation.

When it comes to training and research we partner with the very best. Our campus partners, the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute (MCRI) and The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics, along with the RCH Foundation, are on site with the hospital in Parkville. Together, we are committed to improving the health outcomes for children today and in the future.

In 2016–17, more than 85,654 children attended our Emergency Department, 322,291 specialist clinic appointments were held which was almost 70,000 more than the previous year, more than 17,000 surgeries were performed and more than 48,552 children were admitted to our wards.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Parkville, AU
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
org.au
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