Are you passionate about helping children and families thrive? Barnardos Australia is seeking a dedicated Case Manager to join our Family Connect and Support team in Marrickville, ****. This is a full-time, contract prospect to be part of a values-led organisation committed to making a real difference in the lives of children and families.
This is a contract position until June ****.
About the Role
Provide high-quality, voluntary, family-focused case management to children, young people and families experiencing vulnerability.
Deliver short-term Family Connect and Support (FCS) services, including assessment, limited case management and goal-focused support.
Connect families to appropriate community and specialist services through referrals to support safe, positive family environments.
Monitor child protection concerns, consult with Program Manager and act in accordance with the appropriate State legislation, Mandatory Reporting Guides and Barnardos Australia Safeguarding Policies and Procedures.
Maintain written and electronic records in accordance with Barnardos policies and -procedures and any external requirements.
You'll join a collaborative and supportive team delivering high-quality, trauma-informed services that uphold child safety, cultural safety, and family-led practice.
Skills and Experience
Tertiary qualification in social Work, Psychology or social Welfare related discipline.
Knowledge of child protection dynamics and client vulnerabilities such as domestic violence, drug and alcohol use, mental health issues and the impact of trauma.
Demonstrated experience and skills in building rapport with families to support change.
Demonstrated experience and skills in assessment of families' needs.
Demonstrated experience and skills in the provision of information and referrals to support families' wellbeing.
Demonstrated ability to work respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, families, and communities, including a strong understanding of cultural safety, self-determination,



and the historical and contemporary factors that impact Aboriginal peoples.
What's on Offer
Base salary: $80,015- $88,003 per annum (pro rata, if applicable) + 12% superannuation
Salary packaging: Up to $15,860 tax-free (general living expenses)
Meal & entertainment packaging: Additional $2,650 tax-free per FBT year
Leave loading and additional wellbeing leave
Other benefits include
35-hour work week
Flexible working arrangements
Paid cultural leave and a day off during NAIDOC Week
Extra annual leave over the Christmas–New Year period
Ongoing development: mentoring, acting up, secondments
Volunteer leave and opportunities to engage in community events
Access to Barnardos' Indigenous Cultural Support Unit, Gurung Wellama
About Barnardos
Barnardos Australia is a leading children's charity with a proud history of protecting children and strengthening families. Our work spans communities across NSW and the ACT, focusing on safe, stable, and connected futures for vulnerable children and young people.
STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT
Barnardos Australia recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the first Australians, with unique culture, languages and spiritual relationships to the land and seas. We are strongly committed to improving the lives of children and young people and to uphold the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children to be safe and cared for within their own communities and remain connected to their families and culture. For Barnardos Australia, reconciliation means working in a meaningful and respectful way with Aboriginal families and communities. It is a commitment of Barnardos Australia to work in collaboration and partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, organisations and communities,always guided in this process by principles of self-determination.
Pre-employment Requirements You will need (or be willing to obtain)
National Police Check
A current drivers licence
Working with Children Check (or APP number)
For ACT roles: Working with Vulnerable People card, CYF Check, and Driver History Check
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