Case Management Coordinator

PsychXchange; Tasmania; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in Tasmania is seeking a Case Management Coordinator to enhance the delivery of case management services at the Ashley Youth Detention Centre. The role focuses on leading service delivery, supervising staff, and liaising with stakeholders to support youth reintegration. Ideal candidates will have post-graduate qualifications, leadership experience, and a strong grasp of the Youth Justice Act 1997.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development and training

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in service improvement and change management.
• Experience in staff training, education, and development.
• Strong knowledge of Youth Justice Act 1997 and contemporary practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of case management services.
• Establish and maintain effective systems and supervise staff.
• Coordinate services supporting youth reintegration and liaise with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership in multi-disciplinary environments

High-level communication and interpersonal skills

Expertise in case management development

Education

Post-graduate qualification in relevant allied health discipline

Job description

Listed By : Department for Education, Children and Young People on 1 Oct 2025

We are seeking a Case Management Coordinator to lead the development and delivery of high-quality case management services at Ashley Youth Detention Centre (AYDC). This role is responsible for establishing and maintaining effective systems, supervising staff, and ensuring that case plans are tailored, achievable, and youth-centred.

You’ll play a key role in coordinating services that support reintegration, liaising with internal and external stakeholders, and contributing to policy and practice aligned with national standards.

About Us

The Department for Education, Children and Young People is proudly Tasmanian Government’s core child-centred agency. This means everything we do is to support children, young people and their families.

At AYDC, we provide a secure, therapeutic environment focused on rehabilitation, education, and positive reintegration into the community. Our team works collaboratively to promote safety, wellbeing, and respectful relationships, helping young people build brighter futures.

What we are Looking For

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Post-graduate experience in a relevant allied health discipline (e.g. Social Work).
• Strong knowledge of the Youth Justice Act 1997, national standards, and contemporary youth justice practices (or the ability to quickly acquire this knowledge).
• Proven leadership in multi-disciplinary environments, with skills in change management and service improvement.
• High-level communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with staff and clients.
• Experience in staff training, education, and development.
• Expertise in case management development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Alignment with the Department’s values and a passion for working with young people to achieve positive outcomes.

What we are Offering

• A leadership opportunity in a dynamic and impactful environment.
• Flexible working arrangements, including start/end times, part-time options, and work-from-home opportunities.
• The chance to shape youth justice services and contribute to meaningful reform.
• Professional development and training.
• A supportive team culture focused on collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Relocation assistance: talk to us about how we can support your relocation to Tasmania.

Condition of Employment

• Salary $110,425 to $121,907 per annum + 6.5% corrections allowance
• Award/ Agreement: Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Union Wages Agreement

To be eligible, you must have:

• Ability to either already have a current Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Employment Status) – Tasmania.
• Satisfactory completion of an approved Allied Health Professional tertiary qualification/program of study and registered with the relevant National Board or, in the case of self-regulated allied health professions, eligible for membership with the relevant professional association.

Additional Information

For more information about qualifications, pre-employment checks and eligibility requirements, please refer to the Statement of duties.

• a 1–2 page short form application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and
• a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.

Applications should be submitted online by 11.30pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.

We strongly encourage all applicants to contact the contact officer for an overview of the role and to discuss how your experience aligns with our goals.

Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.