AddressAbout the opportunity
The Navigator Program delivers assertive case management support to young people aged 12-17 years, with the goal of re-engaging disengaged learners in education. The program utilises a capability approach that understands how multiple characteristics can interact to compound educational disengagement that can result in disconnection and a lack of a sense of purpose and self-worth for young people. This amplifies service barriers and exacerbates social and economic disadvantage, and social isolation.
Working within a multidisciplinary team, the Active Hold Worker will oversee the referral, entry and engagement of young people into the Navigator Program including:
- Supporting intake processes, including initial risk and needs assessments
- Managing a case load of Active Hold cases and assessing the suitability to move to a case management service
- Engaging and building rapport with young people who are on the Active Hold list
- Facilitating referrals to appropriate support services and programs
- Liaising and collaborating with partner agencies, funding bodies and schools
What’s on offer
Join an organisation where we don’t just provide a service. We use our connections, our size, our scale, and our knowledge to push into places where we feel like we should be doing more.
In addition to receiving a salary equivalent to SCHADS Level 4 and superannuation, you’ll also receive 17.5% leave loading and an ability to increase your take-home pay by accessing up to $15,900 in salary packaging benefits.
Receive 10% discount on the childcare subsidy gap fee when using a Uniting Early Learning service or centre.
About you
To be successful in your application, you will meet the person specification in the position description, including having a tertiary qualification in Community Services, Social Work, Education or a related discipline.
You will also have:
- Previous experience within the community services sector and/or experience working in a school setting
- Demonstrated experience in successfully engaging young people through assertive outreach and case management support
- An understanding of the barriers experienced by disengaged learners
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with other services, agencies and professionals to achieve optimal client outcomes
- Excellent communication and organisation skills
How to apply
Click APPLY to submit your interest. We’ll be reviewing applications as they come through and conducting interviews prior to applications closing. Please send your application through as a priority as we’re keen to engage with someone.
If you have any questions about the opportunity, please contact Kate Kapolos – Senior Manager CYF on 0427 660 ***.
Click here to view the position description.
About Uniting
At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.
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Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.
Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.
