Caseworker - Opsii Program

Working for BEST: 

As an employee of BEST, you can become part of our community-focused culture and contribute to the diversity of our company. Due to our status as a not for profit, public benevolent institution, we have the ability to offer our staff optional salary sacrifice arrangements. We provide our valued employees with additional employee benefits including: 

• Optional flexitime arrangements (full-time employees)
• Learning and development opportunities, including optional traineeship arrangements
• Anniversary Leave 
• Birthday Leave
• Option to purchase additional leave 
• Discounts on gift cards and other purchases
• Employee Wellbeing Program
• Employee Assistance Program 

About the Role:
 
This is a full-time position located at our Inverell office for a fixed-term period of 12 months. The position may involve day travel from time-to-time, where access to a company vehicle will be provided. 

As a Caseworker for the Opportunity Pathways Social Impact Investment (OPSII) program, you will provide tailored case management support to people receiving social housing assistance by helping them gain and retain employment through access to training, education and employment opportunities, The role will involve providing intensive case management to a pool of eligible participants under the OPSII program. 

About You: 

You will be a self-motivated and resilient individual with:

• A positive attitude, exceptional people skills and a community focus. 
• Excellent time management skills, including the ability to multitask.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including strong interpersonal skills. 
• A demonstrated ability to engage and work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds. 
• A demonstrated ability to confidently manage and diffuse conflict to achieve positive outcomes. 
• Strong administration skills and computer literacy. 
• Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain. 
• NDIS Workers Screening Check or willingness to obtain. 
• Relevant qualifications in Community Services, Casework or similar (desired).

How to Apply: Click "Apply Now" and follow the instructions to upload the following TWO items: 

• Current resume- please include at least two (2) contactable work referees. 
• Written OR video cover letter - please give us a brief overview of your previous relevant experience and include how your skills are relevant to this role. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or cultural background. We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander. 

For further information or to have a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity with BEST, please contact: 

Tiahn McCready (Human Resources Advisor): **@best.com.au

Applications close 11.59pm on Wednesday, 10 July 2024