• Job no: 9338N
• Category: Social Work, Family Services
• Work for an organisation with purpose!
• Generous leave + Salary packaging benefits!
• 17.5% leave loading to make your time off even more rewarding!

For over 240 years combined, Berry Street and Yooralla have been at the forefront of supporting Australians with a disability and those experiencing poverty, violence and abuse. Now, as one unified organisation, we bring together unparalleled expertise and a shared commitment to empowering individuals and families to thrive, while upholding and championing their human rights. We believe in a future where everyone has the opportunity to live the fulfilling life they choose for themselves, free from the impacts of trauma, violence, and abuse, achieved safely and with dignity.

• Noble Park location on Boonwurrung Country
• Part time (0.7FTE), Permanent role
• Workdays can be flexible - Tuesday is a preferred workday.
• $105K + Super and Salary packaging (pro rata)

The Opportunity

Join our Adolescent Support Program and make a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable young people aged 12–17 and their families. Based in Noble Park, this outreach-focused role works with young people who may be at risk of entering out-of-home care, helping them build stability, strengthen family connections and access the support they need to thrive.

As a Case Manager, you will provide intensive case management, assessment, advocacy and support to a caseload of young people. Working collaboratively with families, schools, Child Protection and community services, you will play a critical role in helping young people achieve positive outcomes while remaining connected to their family and community wherever possible. This is an opportunity to join a dedicated team committed to strengths-based, culturally safe and person-centred practice. 

Key Responsibilities

• Case work of young people (including some clients on statutory protective orders, in accordance with Children’s Court directions and voluntary clients referred from both Child Protection and the broader community)
• Assist young people and their families to minimise risk and gain stability
• Promote the maintenance of the young person with their family, extended family and other support networks
• Develop stakeholder relationships within the community and be an effective advocate.
• Promote culturally responsive and inclusive practices for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people, families and culturally diverse communities. 

About you

To be successful in this role, you will bring a passion for working with young people and families, alongside strong case management and relationship-building skills. You are adaptable, resilient and thrive in a dynamic outreach environment. 

• A Bachelor qualification (or higher) in Youth Work, Social Work, Community Welfare or a related discipline. 
• Experience working with young people and an understanding of adolescent development and the challenges impacting vulnerable young people and families. 
• Knowledge of strengths-based and youth-focused intervention approaches. 
• Experience undertaking assessments, case management and coordinated support planning. 
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. 
• The ability to build and maintain productive relationships with young people, families, colleagues and external stakeholders. 

Our Benefits

• Additional salary packaging available for meals/accommodation.
• Flexible work arrangements and generous leave conditions.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including access for staff members’ immediate family.

How to Apply

• Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role by 11pm on the closing date.
• Queries to Courtney Pulis, Team Leader, Community and Family Services on 03 5134 5971.

We believe in diversity, inclusion and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of the Victorian community. We recognise the benefits that diversity and inclusion brings, and in turn encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies.

We encourage applications from people with lived experience of disability. You'll receive adjustments and support throughout the whole process — from the application stage to starting in the workplace. If you require the position description in a different format or any accommodation or assistance during the application and interview stages please contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively email [email protected] using the subject line: Case Manager - Adolescent Support Program enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Berry Street Yooralla is committed to being a child safe, child friendly and child empowering organisation. In everything we do we seek to protect children. We are committed to the cultural safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children; children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds; children with a disability; children who identify as LGBTIQA+. We aim to ensure every individual is treated with dignity and respect regardless of their cultural background, ability, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, spirituality or religion.

Please Note; the successful applicant will be subject to comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a NDIS Screening Check, Working with Children Check and National and International Police check (if required) and NDIS training.