About the Role
Barnardos are looking for a Caseworker for a full time 12 month contract in the Family Connect and Support SSES Program based in Marrickville, 2204.

The Caseworker - Family Support will be responsible for;

• Undertake family assessments using the provided framework
• Provide information, referrals, and advocacy to access appropriate services
• Deliver services as per program specifications and Barnardos policies
• Manage cases in a timely and efficient manner
• Provide practical assistance, including financial literacy, to alleviate poverty and disadvantage
• Monitor child protection issues, consult with the Program Manager, and act in accordance with relevant legislation and policies
• Flexibility in working hours to meet families’ needs, including before and after school hours if necessary
• Attend and contribute to team meetings and program reviews

About You
As a Caseworker - Family Support, you will ideally have;

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology or Social Welfare related discipline
• Demonstrated experience working with children, young people, and their families in a child protection context
• Demonstrated experience and skills in building rapport with families to support change
• Demonstrated experience and skills in assessment of families’ needs
• Ability to work in a quick-paced environment requiring efficient time management, adaptability, and the capacity to manage high-pressure situations while maintaining quality service delivery
• Demonstrated experience and skills in the provision of information and referrals to support families’ wellbeing
• Demonstrated experience of using electronic case management tool
• Hold a valid full NSW Driver’s License with access to a fully maintained vehicle for work purposes

About the Organisation
Barnardos Australia is one of Australia’s leading children’s social care agencies, focused on building relationships between children, young people, their families and the community. Over the next 5 years, Barnardos commits to supporting more vulnerable children to thrive through effective evidence-informed and research-based programs.

Applicants from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background are strongly encouraged to apply.

Benefits of Working for Barnardos

• Development through individual and group mentoring
• Secondments, acting up and project work
• Flexible working arrangements
• Cultural leave
• A day off during NAIDOC week
• Additional annual leave during Christmas/New Year break
• Volunteer opportunities at community events and many more
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff are further supported by the Aboriginal Cultural Unit (ACU) and Barnardos Indigenous Group (BIG) to meet their cultural needs within the organisation

Salary: Base $85,131 to $91,259 per annum plus leave loading plus superannuation. Packaging available to receive $15,860 of your salary tax free. Motor vehicle packaging available on selected roles.

To be considered for roles with Barnardos you will need to have (or be willing to have conducted) a National Police Clearance and current Working with Children check Clearance (or APP number) and for the ACT a Drivers History Check, Working with Vulnerable People Card and CYPS Check.

Vaccination for COVID-19 is a condition of employment and engagement with Barnardos.

How to apply:
To register your interest hit APPLY NOW and submit your Resume. For a confidential discussion please call Tania Condoluci 02 9218 2346