Job description
- Provide enhanced case management and develop servicing plans
- Join an organisation that inspires people, enlivens communities and confronts injustice
- Newly established role based at Footscray
As a Case Manager working in our Disability Employment Service, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality, person-centred services to individuals facing complex and vulnerable situations. You will work collaboratively with clients to develop and implement servicing plans that address psychosocial barriers, fostering their journey toward holistic well-being.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough assessments to identify psychosocial, health, and environmental needs.
- Build and maintain strong, trusting relationships with clients through empathy and active listening.
- Collaboratively set realistic and achievable goals with clients, breaking them down into manageable steps.
- Develop and implement comprehensive servicing plans, incorporating a strengths-based approach.
- Coordinate services with internal and external stakeholders to ensure a holistic support network.
- Monitor and evaluate client progress regularly, making adjustments to servicing plans as needed.
- Provide crisis intervention and support during challenging times.
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What’s on offer
We will help build your knowledge of employment services and other Uniting services by providing you with access to professional development and training opportunities.
Uniting Employment Services is a friendly team environment where we regularly host events for our people to get together, socialise and form connections.
There’s a strong connection to cause and you’ll see the positive impact your hard work has on the communities we serve.
In addition to receiving a salary ranging between $71 000 – $76 000, superannuation, you’ll also receive 17.5% leave loading and access to the full $15,900 salary packaging benefits. There is also an option for additional purchased leave to increase your annual leave entitlements.
About you
You are a dynamic and compassionate person dedicated to empowering individuals facing complex challenges. You are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of those in need.
You’ll also bring with you:
- Tertiary qualifications in social work, psychology, counselling, or a related field
- Proven experience in case management, preferably working with complex or vulnerable populations.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Cultural competence and the ability to work with diverse populations.
- Knowledge of community resources and service providers.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your interest and we’ll be in touch shortly. We’ll be reviewing applications as they come through as we’re keen to engage with someone.
If you’ve questions about the opportunity, please contact Radhika Ittiel – Business Leader at [email protected] using the subject line: Case Manager – Disability Employment Services enquiry via EthicalJobs or 0438 012 761.
About Uniting
At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.
Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.
Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.
