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About CatholicCare NT and the Program
CatholicCare NT is a Catholic social service agency established in the Diocese of Darwin. We provide services throughout the NT, including service centres in Darwin, Palmerston, Malak, Tiwi Islands, Daly River, Wadeye, Jabiru, Maningrida, Katherine, Tennant Creek, Alice Springs, Santa Teresa, Titjikala, Finke and APY lands.
The Malak Family Centre is a welcoming, accessible, supportive and engaging environment that is responsive to all children and their families.
Two early intervention and preventative programs to support children, young people and families are on offer:
Children and Parenting
Intended program outcomes include:
- increasing the wellbeing of children 0-12 years through learning and play
- increasing parenting knowledge and skills
- increasing parent child secure attachment
Community Mental Health
Intended program outcomes include:
- increasing the wellbeing of children and young people from 0-18 y/o who are at risk of developing mental health issues
- stronger communities
- increased knowledge and skills regarding mental health
About the role
The Case Worker is responsible for providing assertive case management, education and support to participants in order for the program to meet its objectives. This position has a particular focus on working with families and the wider community to ensure that children and young people experience safety, play, more secure attachment and increased confidence, mental health and wellbeing.
What we are looking for
- Relevant qualification in Education, Early Childhood, Mental Health Nursing, Community Primary Health Nursing or equivalent and a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in planning, evaluating and delivery of children's play based programs.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills including counselling skills, report writing and case note writing.
- Demonstrated cultural competency, particularly in working with Indigenous people
- Demonstrated ability to apply early intervention and prevention activities that support the wellbeing of children, young people and families.
- Demonstrated ability to network effectively with other agencies to support a community approach to wellbeing.
CatholicCare NT Employee Benefits
- Six Weeks Annual Leave
- Salary packaging option (up to an additional $15,900 p/a)
- Staff rewards program with savings and discounts at over 450 well known retailers
- Access to Wellbeing Centre providing support to a healthier and happier life
- Relocation assistance offered
How to Apply
For a full role description including key selection criteria, please visit our careers website. www.catholiccarentcareers.org.au
Applications Close: 9am Thursday 04 April 2024
Interviews on: Thursday 16 April 2024 from 9am to 12pm
Applications for this position may be closed earlier than anticipated or extended at the discretion of the hiring manager.
Applications only progress if made directly through our CatholicCare NT website. Expressions of interest from third party job boards will not be considered.
DARWIN
The Northern Territory is one of the most culturally diverse places in the world.
Darwin is a vibrant coastal town with an easy commute, lively and diverse culture and situated right next door to world heritage listed Kakadu National Park. Full of contrasting landscapes and diverse habitats, the rugged cliffs of Arnhem Land escarpment hide deep sandstone gorges and pockets of monsoon rainforests, with innumerate waterfalls cascading into pools lined with pandanus and gum trees.
In this role you will have the privilege of working closely with multicultural families and communities It will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in an amazing part of the world. This is an extraordinary opportunity to learn about yourself, other cultures and grow professionally at the same time as making a positive difference in the lives of others.
Safeguarding Children & Young People
CatholicCare NT is committed to maintaining zero tolerance of child abuse and neglect, and the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people who access our activities, programs, services and facilities.
Employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory National police check and Working with Children (Ochre) Card.
If you have resided in an overseas country for 12 months or more in the past 10 years, this position requires you to complete an International Criminal History check (ICHC) prior to you employment commencement date. The outcome of the initial screening check must be satisfactory.
