INTRODUCTION:

We are seeking a compassionate and committed Beyond the Gates Caseworker to join our team at St Paul’s Primary School, Rutherford, in a part-time capacity (22.5 hours per week). In this role, you’ll work closely with the school’s Wellbeing Team to support vulnerable students in staying connected with their education and community.
As part of a collaborative initiative between CatholicCare Social Services Hunter-Manning and the Catholic Schools Office, you’ll provide targeted outreach, case management, and home visit support to students and families, helping to strengthen their engagement with school and local services. This role extends the care and support of Catholic schools beyond the classroom, fostering positive relationships and outcomes for young people.
Some after-hours work and interagency collaboration will be required to ensure holistic and responsive support.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and supporting their wellbeing and connection to community, we encourage you to apply now.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Catholic Schools Office and CatholicCare Social Services Hunter-Manning has formed a collaborative partnership to enhance the wellbeing of students and their families attending specific High Schools and feeder Primary Schools. The Beyond the Gates worker will be an employee of CatholicCare Social Services Hunter Manning (Clinical Services Team) but will be based at the nominated School in the Wellbeing Teams. The purpose of this position is to support and encourage vulnerable students to remain linked up with the schools and the wider communities. The role will involve community outreach and home visiting while working alongside families to enhance their engagement in services. The role will enhance the link between the schools and students. Catholic Schools are recognised as safe, disciplined, welcoming and caring communities, where paramount importance is given to building and nurturing quality relationships. Beyond the Gates extends this support and care into communities. The role will require some out of business hours work to create the best opportunities for engagement. It will also require networking activities with a range of other services across surrounding communities.

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• Commitment to work alongside CatholicCare’s mission, vision and values
• An ability to effectively engage with disconnected students and their families
• Sound understanding of Case Management and Case Coordination and person centred practices
• A good understanding of the contributing factors to various types of disadvantage
• An understanding of the current issues that many children and young people are facing
• A clear understanding of child and adolescent development
• A thorough understanding of the issues faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with a range of diverse stake holders
• Strong organisation and time management skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Demonstrated capacity to work independently and as part of a team
• A high level of motivation and commitment to achieving outcomes
• Willingness and ability to travel across school areas with flexible hours based on student and family needs
• Experience in outcomes data collection
• Access to use of a car with full comprehensive insurance

QUALIFICATIONS

• Tertiary Qualifications Youth Work, Social Work, Psychology, Teaching or similar disciplines
• Current Working with Children Check
• A commitment to work within WHS guidelines
• Successful applicants must undergo a Police check
• NSW Driver Licence
  To Apply

Please provide a current copy of your Resume and a Cover Letter which addresses the two criterion points below:

• What motivates your desire for this role and how does it correspond with your career objectives?
• Your professional qualifications and previous experience in a related position.

For any further information about the role, please contact Lucy Karbowiak, Manager Youth Engagement Services: lucy.Karbowiak@catholiccare.org.au
Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.
Applications will be reviewed as received up until 11.59pm Sunday 17th August 2025
Additional Information
The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.
All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation

Please refer the Job description for details