Residential Care Case Manager

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Detail information about job Residential Care Case Manager. Terms and conditions vacancy

About the role

MacKillop’s Out of Home Care (OOHC) programs provide residential care, home based care, lead tenant and case management support for young people with high and complex needs, and a therapeutically oriented program for young people in protective placements.

The Case Manager is responsible for the provision of case management and support services to young people living in residential homes. The Case Manager will participate in team planning with residential care workers, other case managers, other staff and volunteers. Furthermore, they are responsible for contributing to best practice Occupational Health & Safety, and positively contributing to the development of MacKillop Family Services.

This position is situated within the South West division in Geelong and reports to the Residential Care Coordinator.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, monitor and regularly review each placement against the Looking After Children (LAC) Care Plan and DHHS Case Plan.
• Participate in relevant formal and informal Case Plan meetings, Care Team Meetings, professionals meetings and other forums pertaining to the planning and care of the young people residing in the residential houses
• Provide individual support and guidance to young people experiencing difficulties in relation to education, vocational training, employment, health, family etc.
• Undertake appropriate case notes and service recording on CRIS/CRISSP or as required.
• Liaise with Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), other agencies and professionals, parents and families where appropriate.
• Ensure the implementation of the case plans for each young person is being followed in consultation with the Coordinator and other staff as appropriate.
• Participate in formal supervision with the Coordinator of Residential Services.
• Participate in a team approach to service delivery and actively support the Sanctuary model in all aspects of the work in line with the seven Sanctuary commitments; Open Communication, Nonviolence, Emotional Intelligence, Social learning, Democracy, Social Responsibility and Growth and Change
• Foster a spirit of cooperation with open communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Take all reasonable and practical steps to ensure the workplace is safe in accordance with Worksafe & Health policies and procedures and ensure regular consultation with the Worksafe & Health representative.
• Ensure the correct and timely local implementation of Work Cover and Rehabilitation/Return to Work policy and procedures.

About you

We are looking for people who have:

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications.
• Extensive experience in adolescent welfare practice.
• Demonstrated professional case management skills, especially in crisis intervention and behaviour management.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team player within a small multi-disciplinary team.
• Knowledge of LAC and the CRIS/SP computer programs is viewed as desirable.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build upon your current experience while working within a specialised environment. This position also offers a great team environment as part of an evolving, values-driven organisation.

How to apply

Please visit the Careers section of our website, www.mackillop.org.au, for a copy of the position description and MacKillop Employment Application form.  To apply email your resume, a cover letter outlining why you wish to be considered for this role and MacKillop Employment Application form to [email protected].

If you have any queries, please contact Maria Djugum (Residential Care Coordinator) by email or on (03) 5245 2711.