Social Worker - Service Coordination

Social Worker - Service Coordination

Jewish Care

St Kilda, Melbourne VIC

Psychology, Counselling & Social Work (Healthcare & Medical)

Part time / Full time

Social Worker – Service Coordination

• Flexible / hybrid work arrangement
• Part time / Full time
• Broad variety of client work

About us
Jewish Care Victoria, a not-for-profit organisation, is the largest provider of aged and community services for the Jewish Community in Victoria. Services include Aged Residential Care, Community Aged Care, Disability, Mental Health, Youth and Family Services, Employment, Financial Counselling and Holocaust Survivors Programs.

The opportunity

Jewish Care is currently seeking the services of an experienced Social Worker, who relishes variety in their work and engaging with a broad range of sectors to meet their client’s needs. We offer great working conditions, a flexible/hybrid work arrangements and ongoing professional development opportunities. Join our supportive team of professionals and continue your career with Jewish Care.

Key responsibilities

• Provide culturally safe, case management services to support individuals and families within the Victorian Jewish community;
• Contribute to an integrated and collaborative, person-centred response including undertaking a holistic, strengths-based assessment and case plan;
• Advocate for services to meet client’s individual and sometimes complex needs;
• Undertake the role of coordinator for client in engaging Jewish Care’s wrap-around services and referring to external programs or services, as required;
• Conduct relevant risk assessments, safety plans and participate in information sharing in accordance with MARAM (Multi-agency Risk Management framework) CISS (Child Information Sharing Scheme) and FVISS (Family Violence Information Sharing Scheme);
• Utilise contemporary frameworks to support assessment, case formulation, and engage external service systems as required (e.g. CATT , Child Protection)

What you need to succeed in this role

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work;

• Minimum 5 years’ experience (post qualifying) working in community services;
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant DFFH policy and practice frameworks and legislation;
• Ability to effectively manage work schedule, and to work both independently and as part of a team;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office package;
• Full Covid-19 vaccination or medical exemption 

Why Jewish Care is the best choice for your career

• Salary packaging (up to $15,900 per annum + up to $2650 per annum on meal and entertainment)
• Flexible working conditions
• A welcoming and inclusive work environment
• Professional Development opportunities
• Portable long service leave
• Employee Assistance Program

If what is written above resonates with you, include a 1 page coverl letter providing a response to the following key selection criteria:

1. A tertiary qualification in social work and minimum 5 years post-qualifying experience in the community services sector
2. Experience in working effectively with individuals and communities who are disadvantaged, marginalised and/or at risk
3. Capacity to critically reflect and evaluate own practice to achieve positive outcomes, a commitment to ongoing professional development and ability to work collaboratively in a supportive team environment.

If want to work for an organisation that wants to support you to succeed, click APPLY and commence your journey with Jewish Care. For a confidential conversation, call Eithne Donlon, Manager Client Services on 03 8517 5***, to find out more. 

Jewish Care employs staff from all cultural and religious backgrounds and provides cultural and spiritual training in the Jewish Ethos. Our recruitment procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of our clients. Relevant screening and police checks will be conducted.

Jewish Care proudly celebrates and warmly welcomes the rich diversity of our community and strives to be inclusive for all, including the LGBTI+ community.

Jewish Care acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. Our services and supports are provided on the lands of the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people, and we deeply respect and honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connection to land, waters and community.

Jewish Care is committed to protecting clients and staff members from all forms of harm and abuse. We are a child safe organisation. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process during their recruitment process.