THE PROGRAM:

The Targeted Care Case Manager (Key Worker) provides support and intervention to parents and carers of children and young people who are at risk of entering care or transitioning from care. The Key Worker will work in partnership with Child Protection and other support services, supporting children, young people, parents, and carers to deliver a holistic, trauma-informed service. This work is guided by the Best Interests Case Practice Framework.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work and/or related behavioural sciences at degree level with relevant experience; or diploma level with substantial experience

YOUR ROLE:

The position provides specialist/intensive case management services to young people who are considered to be at risk and residing in family based settings, independently or in home-based care placements.
The service aims to strengthen the resilience of young people who are subject to protective involvement by providing a specialised, outreach based case management service that includes family/placement support, educational support and personal development based programs.