• Part time position (26.6 hours per week)
• Max term contract until 30 June 2023
• Milton location

About Red Cross

Australian Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for humanity.

About the role

Australian Red Cross' Migration Support Programs work to meet the humanitarian needs of migrants in transition.

In this role, you will provide casework support to migrants in transition through Red Cross Emergency Relief and for people who have been trafficked, subject to labour exploitation or forced into marriage. Contribute to the co-design process and adapt and innovate ways of working in order to improve Red Cross' response to the needs of migrants in transition.

What you will bring

• Qualification in Social Work, or equivalent
• Proven ability to provide high quality casework support and complex case management
• Demonstrated understanding of how to holistically assess complex client needs, including conducting risk assessments, and developing effective case plans and safety planning
• Demonstrated cultural competence and the ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds who have experienced grief, loss, torture, and trauma and who experience ongoing safety risks
• A sound understanding of the social political issues and needs impacting migrants in transition (including people seeking asylum, trafficked people and people who have been forced into marriage)
• Well-developed interpersonal and written communication skills

• A current employee Blue Card is a mandatory requirement

Why work for us?

Work for purpose, know that the work you do enables Red Cross to support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability.

You can access flexible working arrangements and generous salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by paying certain expenses using pre-tax dollars up to $15,900 a year.

Red Cross respects, values and encourages diversity. We believe that diversity in our people enriches our organisation as well as the impact we have.

Further information

To find out more about this opportunity please see the position description below or contact Elijah Buol on 0415 519 125.

Position description

Complex Caseworker - Migrants In Transition (5).pdf

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are committed to protecting the rights of all people, particularly those who may be experiencing vulnerability. We want the people we work with to feel safe, be safe, and free from abuse of any kind. We are a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. We value, respect and listen to children and are committed to supporting child safety and wellbeing in our work. 

Thank you for considering a career at Red Cross. We also have great opportunities to volunteer. Click here to find out more.

Job Ref #: 521081