This is a great opportunity for an experienced Caseworker to join our Therapeutic Programs Team, based in Lismore on a full time basis.

As a Caseworker with CASPA, you will provide professional, flexible and accountable casework for clients associated with the service and that support the children and young people in our care.

About the opportunity, CASPA is a not-for-profit organisation providing a range of specialised care services for children, young people and families with complex trauma based needs and for people with disabilities. Our programs include Therapeutic Residential Care, Intensive Family Preservation, Therapeutic Foster Care, Restoration and other associated care types. We are a registered NDIS provider and also provide Bail Hostels for Children and Young People aged 12-17 to support diversionary practice from the criminal justice system. We also provide a range of Family Support and Education support programs. We are a growing and diversifying organisation.

We are looking for someone with extensive experience working with children and young people who have experienced trauma and whose values align with ours:
'Inspiring People to Thrive.'

Do you have?

• Diploma and/or Bachelor in Social Science, Social Work or other relevant qualifications
• Minimum of 2 years out of home care casework experience
• Demonstrated thorough understanding of all Acts and regulations relevant to out of home care
• The demonstrated ability to effectively liaise with inter-agency personnel
• Demonstrated thorough understanding of Acts, Regulations and Standards as to the reasons why quality casework is essential to CASPA's practices
• Knowledge of youth related issues and service models i.e. accommodation/education
• Demonstrated high computer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft office software

Working with Children and Criminal History Checks are requirements for all child related employment at CASPA.

If you are looking to join a committed team making a powerful difference in the lives of young people and families, we would love to hear from you. CASPA is a Child Safe, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

Why work at CASPA?

• CASPA actively supports staff to have a healthy work life balance
• Our Therapeutic Caseworkers are paid competitively at SCHADS Level 6
• Free gym membership to support your Wellbeing
• Free access to internal and external training opportunities and workplace mentoring
• Great professional development opportunities for those who want career progression
• An Employee Assistance Program, a free and confidential counselling service
• A wonderful and caring workplace culture full of committed individuals who feel part of CASPA's fabric
• 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

To apply:

​Applications will be assessed ongoing, a comprehensive induction including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training is offered for all positions with CASPA.

To ensure that your application is reviewed, include a current Resume, together with a Cover Letter that outlines your suitability using the selection criteria for this role.

For further information, and to obtain the position description for this role, please see attached or visit CASPA's Careers page.