Are You Passionate About Making a Difference?

Wanslea is seeking an experienced Case Worker to join our Thrive team in Northam. This role involves the assessment and case management of individuals and families facing complex challenges—including mental health, disability, substance abuse, and child protection issues—to prevent homelessness, enhance self-reliance, and build capacity for independent living.​

About the Thrive Program

The Thrive program is a free, voluntary initiative aimed at assisting individuals and families in public housing tenancies to address issues impacting their well-being and tenancy sustainability. Through regular home visits, clients receive support in developing action plans, accessing referrals, and building skills to maintain their tenancy and improve overall functioning. ​

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional, assertive assessment and case management for individuals and families in public housing tenancies.
• Collaborate with clients to develop and implement client action plans (CAPs).
• Offer supportive counseling and education on tenancy rights and responsibilities.
• Deliver a range of support interventions within a developmental framework.
• Utilize the Thrive Program Activity Tracker to monitor work outputs and performance.
• Advocate on behalf of clients and liaise with service providers.
• Practice self-care strategies and adhere to safety procedures in all work practices.

The ideal applicant will possess:​

• A qualification in community services, community development, early childhood education, or relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience working with families facing substance abuse, domestic/family violence, child protection, and/or mental health issues.
• Experience working with Aboriginal families and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work within a case management model to achieve positive client outcomes.
• Strong assessment and analytical skills to recommend effective strategies.
• Sound understanding of Workplace Health and Safety.
• Proven ability to build relationships and advocate effectively with community stakeholders.
• Resilience and autonomy in working with challenging client groups.
• High-level interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Current satisfactory National Police Clearance.
• Current WA Driver’s licence.​

Why Join Wanslea?

Wanslea is a compassionate, caring organization that has supported families and children across Western Australia for over 80 years. We are committed to inclusion and diversity and actively seek individuals who share our values: Care, Collaborate, Accountable, Courage, and Celebrate.​At Wanslea, we believe in nurturing our team members both professionally and personally. As part of our commitment to your well-being, we offer:

Job Details:

• Location: Northam, WA
• Fixed Term, Full-Time until October 2026 (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday)
• Salary: Starting from $99,148 per annum plus superannuation
• Opportunity to salary package up to $18,550 per year, increasing your annual salary to approximately 107,523 plus superannuation
• Access to continuous learning opportunities to support your career growth.​
• Enjoy additional paid days off between Christmas and New Year, allowing you to recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.​
• Receive an extra 17.5% on top of your base pay when taking annual leave, enhancing your time off. ​

Apply Now

Submit your current resume and a concise cover letter addressing the full selection criteria as provided in the Position Description.

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Applications close: 15 May 2025

Wanslea reserves the right to close applications at any time, therefore we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Wanslea encourages applicants from all backgrounds and does not discriminate in regards to race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, marital status, family or carer responsibilities, pregnancy, religion, political opinion, national extraction or social origin.

Wanslea is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.