Youth Worker / Case Manager

At UnitingSA, we’re all about respect, compassion and justice, and empowering South Australians to overcome life’s challenges. Established in 1919, today our team of more than 1,000 employees and volunteers deliver critical housing, aged care and community services to more than 12,000 South Australians in need every year.
Every aspect of what we do is unified by determination, a respect for everyone’s unique worth and a passion for empowering people. Explore our vision and values:
Role Overview:
This is an exciting opportunity to join UnitingSA’s team as the Youth Worker for Youth Services to provide culturally appropriate case management services, programs and support for Young People and their families.
Key Responsibilities:

• Provide culturally safe case management services to young Aboriginal people and their families.
• Work in partnership with young people and their families to develop goals, and implement strategies to meet their needs.
• Identify and set priorities, and manage high workloads to meet deadlines.
• Provide creative problem solving and application within a range of case management models.
• Provide information and referral pathways to support and encourage self-management.
• Deliver a culturally appropriate service that acknowledges culture, diversity and the impact of complex needs of young people.
• Work in partnership with young people and their families from a strengths-based perspective.

Skills & Experience:

• Knowledge of working with vulnerable clients/families.
• Knowledge of statutory requirements relevant to young people.
• Understanding of the principles of social justice, empowerment and self-determination.
• Demonstrated experience working with young people with complex needs
• Demonstrated experience in case management including assessment, planning, referral and advocacy

In return, you will work in a passionate and motivated organisation where you can see firsthand the positive difference you make in the lives of our community’s most vulnerable. We believe in developing and investing in our team and providing work/life balance through flexible work arrangements.
What we offer:

• Salary packaging (which can add up to $15,900 in tax-free pay per year)
• A competitive salary in accordance with experience
• A strong commitment to your professional and personal development
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Other perks, including discounted health insurance

For a confidential discussion, please contact Jasmin Kollias, Program Manager on 0418 935 637. For further information, a full job description can be located via our website: ?
We aim to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our clients and to improve equal employment opportunity for our employees. We encourage applications from all members of the community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature aged people. To view our Reconciliation Action Plan please visit: .
Our organisation is committed to child safety. We have zero tolerance of child harm. Our robust human resources, recruitment and screening practices are strictly adhered to during the application and interviewing process. Our employment screenings include the following dependent on the requirements of the role - DHS Working with Children Check, DHS NDIS Worker Screening Check, National Police Clearance and employment reference checks to ensure that we are recruiting the right people.
If you are inspired to make a positive difference and would like to be considered for this opportunity please apply now. Applications close Monday 12th February 2024.
UnitingSA reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
Our application process is mobile friendly.