The opportunity

Mirrimpilyi Muurpanara Aboriginal Corporation is seeking two full time Early Intervention Case Workers to join their team in Broken Hill, NSW. As an Early Intervention Case Worker, you will play a critical role in supporting vulnerable children, young people and families in the local community.

Key responsibilities

Provide early intervention and case management support to children, young people and families to improve outcomes and prevent escalation of issues

Develop and implement tailored support plans to address the specific needs of each client

Collaborate with other community services and agencies to deliver coordinated care

Maintain accurate client records and prepare reports as required

Contribute to the continuous improvement of service delivery through feedback and participation in team meetings

Represent the organisation professionally and positively in the local community

What we're looking for

Tertiary qualification in social work, psychology, counselling or a related field

Demonstrated experience in case management, preferably within a community services or child/family welfare setting

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds

Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking and decision-making skills

Commitment to strengths-based and trauma-informed practice

Understanding of the unique cultural needs and challenges facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Current driver's licence and willingness to travel within the local region

What we offer

Mirrimpilyi Muurpanara Aboriginal Corporation is committed to providing a supportive and flexible work environment that values work-life balance. We offer competitive remuneration, opportunities for professional development, and access to employee wellbeing initiatives. As an Aboriginal community-controlled organisation, we pride ourselves on our strong connection to culture and the local community.

Apply now

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people and families, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity. Submit your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and addressing the selection criteria.

Selection criteria

Describe a previous role where you contributed to the service delivery for an organisation’s program

What were some of the challenges your experienced in the role, improvements made and finally what was the result and how did if affect the team, organisation

How would you balance or prioritise complex workload required in the EI Case worker role

Describe a time where you were required to setup systems with the community and other external stakeholders. What do you think worked well and what needed improvement.

Note

The successful applicant will be required to provide a current Criminal Record Check and Working With Children Check. This is a core requirement of this role