About Us

Wesley Mission Queensland is a not-for-profit community service provider that offers community support, mental health and disability services, aged and palliative care, and retirement living across Queensland. We have a long and proud history of supporting people in need and live by our values of Innovation, Hope, Integrity, Compassion, Justice, Empowerment and Respect.

We strive to be a welcoming, caring and inclusive community that celebrates diversity and supports employees of all backgrounds and faiths. People with passion, connected by hope for a more compassionate, just and inclusive society is our story. Join us and be part of a story you'll love to tell.

About the Role

Case Worker - Brisbane Relief Hub. This role will provide case work, group work and other support services to clients presenting for emergency relief assistance.

1. Provide a holistic and wrap around case management service to clients referred for case work and maintain all relevant casework records
2. Assess clients presenting to the service and provide them with appropriate assistance in accordance with agency policies and guidelines and in a compassionate and dignified manner
3. Support and assist other staff and volunteers in the execution of their duties, including undertaking relief work as required
4. Undertake the development, coordination, leadership and facilitation of group work programs
5. Provide a holistic service to clients referred for budget counselling and personal support

About You

1. Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology or similar field of study.
2. Experience in casework and case management including assessment, identifying complex needs, case planning, referral and implementation of intervention strategies.
3. Experience, knowledge and ability to work effectively with Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Peoples, cultures and communities and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse peoples and communities.
4. The ability to lead and work confidently in a supportive, non judgmental manner with families and individuals with complex needs.
5. Broad knowledge of the welfare system and agencies in Brisbane and experience in the welfare field, particularly in the provision of emergency relief.

Why Join Us

Wesley Mission Queensland brings together people who want to make a difference in the lives of others. We value diversity, strive for inclusion, and come together to walk alongside those in need to provide hope and compassion. We are committed to working collaboratively to help you grow, support your wellbeing, and enable you to be your true self each day aligned to our mission and values. Along the journey, we will encourage you to find your story. We offer our team members:

• Support from our Employee Wellbeing Program – we are recognised as a Mental Health First Aid Skilled Workplace!
• Access to salary packaging benefits that enable you to increase your take-home pay
• Discounted allied health services such as nutrition, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and remedial massage
• Access to discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships and travel
• Flexible working hours and where applicable a hybrid working strategy

Wesley Mission Queensland offers new employees joining Residential Aged Care, Community Aged Care, NDIS Community Support and Specialist Disability Accommodation teams a bonus of $250 at commencement and $500 at 12 months. To find out if you are eligible, contact the Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] using the subject line: Case Worker enquiry via EthicalJobs.

WMQ's vision for reconciliation is for all people to stand unified in an equal and inclusive future. We commit to enhancing opportunities for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People and celebrating diversity. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

Wesley Mission Queensland respectfully acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live. We acknowledge Elders both past and present, whose ongoing effort to protect and promote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures will leave a lasting legacy for future Elders and leaders.

Please note: You will be asked for evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination status as part of your application process as required by Legislation, Health Directives and WMQ Policy.

A position description is attached.