The Role Reporting to the Manager/Coordinator, the part‑time role of Case Worker (0.8 FTE fixed term to June 2028) is recognised as an integral member of a multidisciplinary team, experienced in working in alignment with QEC’s Model of care, QEC’s Clinical Practice Framework and the Best Interests Case Practice Model. The Caseworker will work with children and families, delivering interventions which increase parenting capacity and family functioning, promote child safety and development. The case worker will work in partnership with families in their homes and community settings across various programs offered by QEC as directed by the Coordinator/ Manager.

Qualifications - A tertiary qualification in Nursing, Social Work, Mental Health, Psychology, Early Childhood Education or equivalent.

- Extensive industry experience in health, family services, government or community service sectors.
- Demonstrated ability to undertake complex case work with families (including pregnant women) and children who have experienced trauma.




- Demonstrated ability to assess, plan, implement and review appropriate interventions to support the development of parenting capacity and family functioning.
- Demonstrated experience and theoretical understanding of the issues facing highly vulnerable parents in their ability to ensure the safety and wellbeing of their children.
- A knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and current issues faced by Aboriginal children and their families.

Benefits - Generous public sector perks including salary packaging, ADO’s and 14 weeks paid parental leave - 5 weeks annual leave (pro rata for part time) - Extensive training, study leave and opportunities for professional development - Access to QEC's wellbeing program, Employee Assistance Program and team building activities - Free onsite car parking - Use of a company vehicle for home and community visits

📌 Case Worker - Southern Metro Region (Melbourne)
🏢 QEC
📍 Melbourne