LocationBalga WA 6061, Australia
Work TypeFull time
Positions1 Position
Published At:6 hours ago
Job no: KTH8Q
Category: Child, Youth and Family Services
Position Title: Case Manager (Target 120 Northam)
Remuneration: $93,201 - $100,286 + 12% Super + NFP Salary Packaging
Classification: Kids First Australia EBA - SCHADS Level 4 (pay point dependent on experience)
Location: Balga WA - travel to other Kids First locations may be required.
Kids First has a prominent 130-year history of safeguarding children, achieved through an unwavering commitment to people and transformation. If you are looking for meaning and substance in your career and wish to work for an organisation that acknowledges your value by offering great working conditions and flexible working arrangements, then this could be your next opportunity.
The purpose of this role is to deliver collaborative, early intervention services as part of Kids First Australia's Target 120 program. The position aims to provide comprehensive, strengths-based support to young individuals and their families who are experiencing complex challenges, with the goal of improving their life trajectories and reducing repeated involvement with the legal system.
Your New Role
This role focuses on achieving mutually agreed case management goals that promote positive outcomes for young people and their families. Key responsibilities include:
- Promoting positive reintegration into education and consistent engagement in suitable schooling
- Supporting participation in diversionary recreational activities
- Assisting in the development of independent living skills
- Fostering positive social and community connections
- Assisting young people and families in navigating government services
- Facilitating access to appropriate housing
- Promoting pro-social behaviour changes to prevent further legal system involvement
Through this integrated approach, the position plays a key role in supporting young people and their families to build a foundation for a more stable and positive future.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate the following skills, experience, and attributes:
- Qualification in Youth Work, Social Work, Psychology or a related field.
- Minimum of 1 year experience in a related field.
- Awareness and understanding of local services and community resources
- Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, with a proven ability to build trust and rapport in challenging circumstances
- Flexibility and creative thinking in approach and problem-solving
- Experience providing relevant input into, and developing, individual and family support plans
- Willingness to provide in-class support to young people
- Flexibility with working hours to meet the needs of clients and families
- Advocacy experience with external agencies on behalf of clients
- Ability to provide clear written and verbal updates to external stakeholders
- Experience developing recreational and diversionary strategies and opportunities for young people
How We Reward You
At Kids First, we are committed to recognising and rewarding the dedication of our people. When you join our team, you will enjoy:
- An organisation that truly lives its values every day
- A nurturing environment for your career, including access to professional development opportunities
- Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay
- Three additional leave days over the Christmas period, because we understand the importance of family time
- Purchased leave and portable long service leave options
- Access to our Staff Wellbeing Program
Don't Delay — Apply Now!
Only applications submitted via our website will be considered.
To view the full position description or to apply, please visit the Kids First website at: https://www.kidsfirstaustralia.org.au/careers
For enquiries about the position, please contact: Daniel Pisani, General Manager -
[email protected]
Kids First is an Equal Opportunity employer that respects and values diversity and inclusion. Kids First welcomes everyone to apply, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, and physical ability.
Kids First is a Child Secure Organisation, employment is conditional on satisfactory referee checks, a current Working With Children Check, National Criminal History check, proof of the right to work in Australia and a pre-employment medical (if applicable).
📌 Target 120 Northam, Case Manager (Balga)
🏢 Kids First Australia
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