• SCHADS Award Grade 6 Level 1-3

ABOUT US

As a leading child welfare and care services provider in our communities, we work hard every day to provide a better future for the children and youth in our care. We are dedicated to our work because we believe that every child and family deserves the chance to live a full and functioning life.

We are looking for people with skills, experience and talent in therapeutic care work that align with our vision and values: 'Inspiring People to Thrive.' 

If you are looking to join a committed team making a powerful difference in the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you. We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional, flexible and accountable casework for clients associated with the service, working closely with children/young people, their families, staff, Department of Justice (DCJ) Services, Office of the Children’s Guardian (OCG) and all other relevant stakeholders
• Develop and maintain a safe, supportive and fair environment for young people
• Participate in, and contribute positively to team structure
• Administrative duties
• Compliance with WHS Act

Selection Criteria

• Minimum of a Diploma and/or Bachelor in Social Science, Social Work or other relevant qualifications
• A minimum of 2 years Out-of-Home Care casework experience and casework management experience
• A demonstrated thorough understanding of all acts and regulations relevant to Out-of-Home Care
• A demonstrated, thorough, understanding of the Acts, Regulations and Standards as to the reasons why quality casework is essential to CASPA’s practices
• Demonstrated ability to effectively liaise with interagency personnel
• Knowledge of youth-related issues and service models i.e. accommodation/ education
• Demonstrated high Computer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office software
• Willingness to work within the philosophy of CASPA Desired
• Case File Auditing experience
• Understanding of ISO9001 practice requirements

Benefits

• CASPA actively supports staff to have a healthy work life balance
• Our PSP Caseworkers are paid competitively at SCHADS Level 6
• Free gym membership to support your wellbeing as well as a fully established team of therapists and clinicians for your personal wellbeing support
• Access to internal and external training opportunities and workplace mentoring including you own team clinical supervision sessions every month
• Great professional development opportunities for those who want career progression
• An Employee Assistance Program, a free and confidential counselling service
• As a not-for-profit organisation, our employees are able to take advantage of salary packaging to receive up to $15,900 of their salary tax-free, as well as additional meal and entertainment benefits