MASP is a not-for-profit organisation located in Mildura, Victoria.
In this full-time 12-month position as a Targeted Care Package Case Manager, you'll play a critical role in the lives of children and families involved in the Statutory system. The Case Manager, working within the program, will work directly with at risk and vulnerable children and young people subject to Child Protection intervention.
The Primary the goal of the program is to assist young people to exit residential care settings to a range of other care arrangements including but not limited to reunification home.
The TCP Case Manager’s responsibility is to provide advice, risk management, intensive support, advocacy, and guidance to ensure the well-being and safety of children remains paramount. This is done through a collaborative and trauma informed approach working directly with children and young people, families, and relevant agencies.
This position demands a compassionate, organised, and adaptable individual dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
Expected commencing salary of $73,267.93 per annum plus statutory superannuation. Because MASP is a non-profit organisation, you also have the option to maximise your income through salary packaging.
Essential role-specific skills, knowledge and experience
- Demonstrated experience in working with children and/or adolescents.
- Highly developed assessment skills, capacity to apply a range of intervention strategies, effective problem-solving skills, highly developed interpersonal skills.
- Good working knowledge of child and adolescent development theory and practice.
- Working knowledge of the out-of-home care, child protection legislation and systems.
- Experience working with other professionals, government and non-government agencies and services.
- Possession of effective organisational and time management skills.
- Sound negotiation and assertiveness skills.
Highly desirable role-specific skills, knowledge and experience
- Case management experience.
To find out more about this opportunity, please contact Lou Smith, Team Leader Placement & Support in person or on 0488 111 ***.
Apply via our internal portal (www.masp.org.au/careers), making sure you include:
- Covering Letter
- Resume
- Responses to the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description
Applications must be received by 9am on Monday 20 May 2024.
All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide an NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, Police Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment. Some applicants may be subject to additional requirements.
MASP is a Child Safe Organisation in Victoria and NSW. We are committed to meeting the highest child safety standards set by both states, and ensuring children in the Mallee region receive the best possible care and protection.