Work within a values driven, progressive organisationBe part of an engaging team that thrives on challengesCompetitive remuneration with salary packaging benefits availableAbout the OpportunityAs a service provider, Melbourne City Missions work is focused on supporting people to take charge of their own lives and participate fully in community life. Melbourne City Missions service profile includes Youth, Adult and Family; Disability; Employment and Education; Homelessness; and Palliative Care.The Community Integration and Accommodation Options - CIAO program serves young people under the age of 18 and aims to assist them in developing the skills necessary for healthy and sustainable, independent living within their community of choice. CIAO facilitates a beneficial and meaningful transition from Out-of-Home Care (OOHC) toward self-sufficiency. Using a holistic approach, the CIAO program targets interventions to the many facets of adolescent development and wellbeing. The CIAO Lead Tenant program comprises four properties in Melbournes Northwest, with each property housing 2 young people and 2 live-in volunteer mentors.The Case Worker will provide support and services to young people in the Lead Tenant program who are transitioning from the OOHC system into independent adulthood.About YouWe are looking for someone who can:Provide outreach support to young people in the Out-of-Home Care system who have experienced trauma and exhibit a range of complex and diverse behaviours.Provide culturally safe responses and personalised service to young people based on their unique circumstances and needs.Collaborate with external and internal stakeholders, within a multi-disciplinary framework, to enhance service delivery to young people.Champion trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and inclusive approaches to working within the team, co-managing clients and supporting other colleagues in providing quality supports to highly complex young people.Ensure service delivery is consistent with current legislation and best practice interventions.Benefits of Working with MCM Include:Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of AustraliaAttractive Salary Packaging benefitsSupportive learning and development environmentCulture of continuous improvementMinimum Requirements:Relevant tertiary qualification in Community, Social Work, Youth Work or related fieldDemonstrated knowledge of adolescent development and Trauma Informed CareExperience and understanding of service systems, relevant legislation and practice including Child Protection, disability, drug and alcohol, physical well-being, housing, and mental health servicesAbility to establish and maintain cohesive working relationships with a broad range of networksHigh level of communication skills, organization and time management skills, including technological competencyDemonstrated ability to work autonomously and as part of a teamExpertise in case management, including assessment and planning processes; ability to actively and assertively engage young people with complex needsScreening Criteria:National Police checkWorking with Children checkValid Victorian Drivers licenceRight to Work in AustraliaApplications for this role will close on 24th February 2025 (or applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early). Please include your current resume and cover letter.Please review the position description to understand more about the role and responsibilities. If you have any needs throughout the recruitment process that have not already been catered for, we encourage you to contact recruitment@mcm.org.au to let us know how we can better support you to apply.About MCMMCM is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to safety. MCM embraces differences because we know that diversity and inclusion help us to attract, recruit, engage and retain talented people.We are a leading not-for-profit organisation that offers a broad range of services in Disability, Homelessness, Palliative Care and Education.Our Commitment to SafetyMCM is committed to the safety of its clients and employees, taking a zero-tolerance approach to violence within the workplace and abuse, including child abuse and abuse of people with disability. All employees are required to comply with the Child Safe Standards.Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity of AccessAt MCM we embrace our differences because we know that diversity helps us to innovate and make the biggest impact possible. Our DEI Strategy supports and drives an inclusive workplace culture. We embrace the learning opportunities that come with authentic commitment to equity of access for all. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.MCM Places People at the Centre of What We DoMCM acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the waterways and lands where we work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.We commit to ensuring everyone we work with is safe, empowered, supported and respected, especially children and young people. We support and celebrate diversity of race, culture, ability, gender, sexuality and gender identity. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Case Worker