Key Development Worker, Better Futures Barwon

The Victorian Government’s Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is working in partnership with the Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) and Meli to develop and test a new practice framework, resources and tools for young people transitioning from out-of-home care into independence. This role will apply a key worker approach to Leaving Care eligible clients, families and services and agencies connected to the young people. 

The key objectives of this role are to:

• Provide case management and support to referred Regional Leaving Care clients, who have multiple or complex needs and/or issues and require support from a range of services and sectors.
• To work with the individual, family and children and collaborate with them to develop a Client Support Plan, holding the complete picture of overall needs, strengths, goals and priorities, to achieve improved client outcomes and self-management.
• Network and collaborate with a broad range of services to ensure an integrated service response to young people in the program.
• Be the primary contact for the individual and collaborate with them to develop a Client Support Plan, holding the complete picture of overall needs, strengths, goals and priorities, to achieve improved client outcomes and self-management. 

• Full-time role, working 38 hours per week.
• Permanent position
• $94,077 p/a + Super + Salary Packaging 
• To view the Position Description, please click here

• Flexible working options
• Meli is a not-for-profit organisation, so you can salary package up to $15,900 each Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) year for general living expenses
• A workplace passionate about diversity and inclusion with Employee Led inclusion working groups open to all employees
• Extensive learning & development opportunities and pathways for career progression
• Employee Assistance Program – independent confidential counselling service
• A dynamic culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
• Paid parental leave program, in addition to the government parental leave scheme
• Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Welfare/Youth Work or associated discipline or relevant experience working in this space.
• A sound understanding of issues confronting young people leaving the statutory care environment.
• Proven ability to engage and case-manage young people at risk and young people exhibiting challenging behaviours.
• An understanding of the impact of trauma on young people and the ability to work from a trauma informed approach, to effectively and constructively work alongside the young people, including statutory clients and those with challenging behaviours
• Understanding of the purpose and expectations of the Victorian Child Safe Standards and demonstrated commitment to contributing to a child safe organisation in both practice and culture.
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence. 

• Applicants must address each of the Qualifications, Skills and Experience criteria outlined in the following questionnaire and provide a current Résumé in order to be considered.
• Successful applicants will be required to provide a current Working with Children Check and undergo a National Police Check prior to commencement.
• Meli reserves the right to shortlist and interview before the closing date of this position, so please don’t delay in applying.

For more information about the position please contact Lachlan Headlam, Team Leader Better Futures Barwon, on 0419 133 ***.

Meli is committed to providing a child safe environment. We have zero tolerance of any abuse or maltreatment of children.

Meli values and celebrates diversity and are working to create a team of people who reflect the diverse community we support. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, culturally diverse people, those living with a disability, and those looking to return to the workforce following a break in their career are encouraged to apply for our roles.  

If we can assist you with any adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Recruitment team via email at ***********@meli.org.au

Applications close 5:00pm Monday 22 April 2024

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