Case Worker Fwc

Are you looking to join a diverse team making a positive difference?

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.

CCNT provides integrated Financial Counselling, Capability and Resilience hubs throughout the NT. Our model is led by a team of FWC workers that comprise of Financial Counsellors, and FWC Case workers, who contribute to improved outcomes for vulnerable people, families, and communities by:

• Helping people address immediate needs in times of financial crisis
• Improving financial capability by helping people in personal financial difficulty to make informed choices to address their financial problems and by fostering the improved use and management of money
• Assisting individuals, families, and communities to navigate life transitions and/or financial stress or crisis which may negatively impact on their wellbeing
• Improving financial resilience and pathways to mainstream financial services by providing access to savings and safe affordable credit products
• Identifying effective methods of recognising families at risk of homelessness and providing early assistance to prevent family homelessness occurring, and
• Implementing research and evaluation activities to contribute to programme and service improvement.

About the role

The Case Worker is responsible for assisting individuals, families and communities who are struggling with financial literacy issues and concerns in order for the program to meet its objectives. This position has a particular focus on working alongside clients to address the issues creating financial hardship, and work collaboratively with other key stakeholders to remove obstacles to financial wellbeing and capability. This includes financial literacy education, information, coaching, and maintaining a strong focus on supporting people to change their behaviour and “learn by doing”.

FWC Case Workers work closely with the Financial Counsellors.

What we are looking for

• Relevant qualifications in Social Work or Welfare Studies with substantial experience in a similar role.
• Relevant experience in case management within vulnerable communities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to engage with vulnerable people with complex challenges.
• Demonstrated cultural competency, particularly in working with Indigenous people
• Previous experience with working and living in remote communities and demonstrated knowledge of community development principals and engagement techniques.
• High level of written and computer skills including Word Documents, email, and electronic database.

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 11 April 2024

Interviews on: Tuesday 16 April 2024 from 1pm to 4pm

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.

KATHERINE

The Northern Territory is one of the most culturally diverse places in the world.

Katherine is a town situated on the Katherine River, 230km South East of Darwin. It is the fourth largest settlement in the Norther Territory. Katherine is also the closest major town to RAAF Base ‘Tindal’.

Katherine locals are blessed with nearby attractions such as Nitmiluk National Park and Katherine Gorge, adorned with many ancient rock paintings. Original tribes such as the Dogoman, Jawoyn and Wardaman people now live in community with people from Victoria River District, Walpiri and Tanami Desert.

In this role you will have the privilege of working closely with local and aboriginal families and the experience of immersing 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.