• Full time, ongoing position (SCHADS Level 5)
• Day to day combination of outreach, office-based and WFH   
• Be part of a dynamic and inclusive team

Jewish Care Victoria offers a rewarding opportunity for a skilled Case Manager to provide strengths-based, client-focused support within our Social Work team.

A particular focus of this position is to provide outreach support to people whose housing is at risk, including people living in Jewish Care Vic transitional housing, public or other community housing, private rental, and those living with family. This role involves working alongside individuals and families facing complex challenges – coordinating tailored support that fosters housing stability, wellbeing and achieve long-term positive outcomes.

You will be a great fit if you have:

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work (or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working in the community services sector including housing/homelessness and community mental health
• Proven expertise in conducting holistic assessments and risk assessments, creating safety plans, case management, and participating in information sharing in line with MARAM, CISS & FVISS guidelines
• A strong understanding of systems including housing, mental health, addiction, community aged care and family violence
• Demonstrated understanding of assertive outreach interventions and complex casework with people who may be resistant to engaging with services
• Cultural sensitivity and a values-driven, trauma-informed approach

Screening criteria:

• National Police check
• Working with Children check and NDIS Worker Screening check or ability to obtain
• Valid Victorian Driver's licence
• Right to Work in Australia

About us

Jewish Care Victoria, is a not-for-profit organisation and is one of the largest providers of aged and community services for the Jewish Community in Victoria and has been servicing the community for over 175 years. Our staff come from all cultural and religious backgrounds, and we provide cultural and spiritual training in the Jewish Ethos. 

Why Jewish Care is the best choice for your career:

• Salary Packaging – as a not-for-profit organisation, our staff benefit from some Fringe Benefit Tax exemptions through salary packaging up to $15,900 p.a + up to $2,650 p.a on meal & entertainment.
• Purchased leave – up to 4 weeks additional leave
• Access to the Portable Long Service Leave scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Reward & Recognition Program 
• Learning and development – opportunities to progress in your career

If this sounds like an opportunity in the next step of your career, and you want to work for an organisation that supports you to succeed both personally and professionally, click 'Apply Now' and commence your journey with Jewish Care Victoria. Please include your current resume and cover letter addressing your interest, experience and suitability for the role. For more information about the role, please contact [email protected] using the subject line: Case Manager - Social Work enquiry via EthicalJobs.

*Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately, and the position may close earlier than stated if we have found suitable candidates.

Jewish Care proudly celebrates and warmly welcomes the rich diversity of our community and strives to be inclusive for all, including the LGBTI+ community.

Jewish Care acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. Our services and supports are provided on the lands of the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people, and we deeply respect and honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connection to land, waters and community.

Jewish Care is committed to protecting clients and staff members from all forms of harm and abuse. We are a child safe organisation. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process during their recruitment process.