Case Worker Brighter Futures
Fixed Term | Part-time Position | Community Engagement | Case Management
Summary about this job
Child Welfare, Youth & Family Services
Company: Bega Valley Shire Council
Location: Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +61-2-3578-1273
Fax: +61-7-9731-2392
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Detail information about job Case Worker Brighter Futures. Terms and conditions vacancy
BegaFixed Term Part Time
- Fixed Term
- Part Time
- Bega Location
The Bega Valley Shire is located in the south-eastern corner of New South Wales. The Shire is comprised of a mix of countryside, coastal areas and dispersed towns and localities. Bega Valley Shire Council currently employs over 400 staff and delivers services to approximately 33,000 residents.
THE ROLE
Bega Valley Shire Council (Council) is seeking a motivated individual to assist with the coordination and provision of the Brighter Futures Program, including maintaining and ensuring the optional standard of client care in accordance with the Early Intervention Program Service Provision Guidelines.
In this position you will be responsible for:
- Developing planning strategies for short and long term client goals.
- Develop case plans with clients.
- Facilitate the development of appropriate networks to promote, coordinate and enhance the wider range of community services.
- Prepare and submit applications for funding enhancements in accordance with target groups’ needs.
- Maintain accurate client records including case notes and assist with the collection of statistical data
ABOUT YOU
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual who has a high standard of interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to prioritise referral responses and be self-managed.
You will have the following knowledge, skills and attributes;
- Degree-level qualification in Social Science or equivalent.
- NSW Working with Children Check.
- Demonstrated knowledge of case management principles.
- Knowledge of the relevant Acts, policies and practices related to general community health and the Early Intervention Program Service Provision Guidelines
- Two (2) years recent related experience in the community sector with direct service delivery to vulnerable families.
This is a fixed term part time position working 14 hours per week. Remuneration is $1359.60 per week (pro-rata) as per the Local Government (State) Award 2017, plus 9.5 % employer superannuation contribution.
Enquiries: Anne Leydon Brighter Futures, Ageing & Disability Coordinator
Ph: 02 6499 2463
Applications Close: 22/07/2018
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