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Mission Australia
Youth Case Outreach Worker
Brisbane
FULL TIME
September 23, 2024
- Permanent | Full Time
- Salary: $87K + Super + Salary Packaging
- Location: Brisbane QLD 4000
- Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need
Life at Mission Australia
When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand together with anyone who needs us, for as long as they need us.
Your Opportunity
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? As a Case Worker you'll be on the front lines, helping young individuals who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless while they receive treatment or support. You’ll work closely with these young people and their health and community networks to break down barriers to stable housing. Your mission? To find and secure housing solutions that support their recovery and help them develop the skills they need for long-term tenancy success. Join us in this dynamic role and play a key part in transforming lives by creating stability and fostering hope for a brighter future!
Key responsibilities will be to:
- Support young people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless to stabilise their housing arrangements.
- Work with participants to create individualized support/case plans including referral.
- Assist clients in the process of transition out of the service.
- Conduct group case management sessions or group work programs for clients.
- Engage and participate in relevant community-based meetings.
- Complete a range of administrative duties and internal/external reports.
- Ensure all risks/ incident reports / safety concerns are documented.
Requirements for Success
- Relevant degree with at least 1 years’ experience or Associate Diploma with relevant experience or less formal qualification with substantial years of relevant experience.
- Demonstrated experience supporting young people with high and complex needs.
- Knowledge and understanding of Child Protection legislation and child protective concerns.
- Demonstrated crisis, case management, referral, and advocacy skills.
- Demonstrated professional approach to the role including maintaining professional boundaries.
- Strong stakeholder management skills.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively.
- A sound level of computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Office packages.
Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.
Our culture
Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.
We prioritize the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.
If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email
talentattraction@missionaustralia.com.au
Your benefits
- Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference
- Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax
- Free external, confidential counselling
- Volunteering opportunities
- Extra leave available including an additional public holiday, additional annual leave day on your work anniversary and the opportunity to purchase further annual leave.
How to apply
send your application today!
Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you
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