Initial Transitional Support (Corrective Services) for people post release from prison NSW

• Full-Time
• Location: Parramatta

We are seeking a dynamic, experienced Case Worker to support people who are exiting the NSW Prison system. The target group includes people with an acquired brain injury, mental health, intellectual disability and/or alcohol and drug issues including those from an Aboriginal and CALD background.

Experience in working with people with an ABI, alcohol and other drug, justice, mental health, disability and/or homelessness is an advantage.

If you have the skills and enjoy the challenge of "Making it Happen" for the people we support then come and join our team.

Key attributes include:

• Analyzing and problem solving
• Building relationships with Corrective Services NSW staff and other service providers and services
• Excellent planning and organising skills
• Using knowledge of local community links, resources as well as skills in negotiating and advocating for essential services
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Social Science, Social Work, Welfare, Health & Community Services, Disability or equivalent with a willingness to develop further knowledge in the areas of Acquired Brain Injury, Justice, Alcohol & Other Drugs, Mental Health and Dual Diagnosis
• Relevant experience in working within the corrective services, acquired brain injury, mental health and/or alcohol and other drug sectors
• Experience in the provision of community based support to people with a disability and in particular those with complex care needs
• Expertise in applying a person centred approach to all aspects of work
• Well-developed written and verbal communication
• Well-developed computer skills including ability to competently use Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Sound negotiation, relationship building, problem solving and time management skills
• High level of professionalism and integrity, proven ability to represent the organisation in a professional manner at all times and demonstrated initiative, flexibility and positive attitude
• The ability to work independently as well as cooperatively in a team environment
• Experience in working with diversity, including individuals from ATSI or CALD backgrounds

People of diverse cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders, are encouraged to apply