Darwin Throughcare Case Manager: Community Reentry Advocate

NaaJa; Darwin; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Annual leave

Personal leave

Cultural leave

Professional development

Job summary

The North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency Ltd (NAAJA) in Darwin is seeking an Adult Throughcare Case Manager to deliver culturally safe, trauma-informed case management and justice support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults before and after release from prison.

You will work in a collaborative team, helping participants navigate complex challenges, access services, reconnect with family and community, and work toward personal goals with effective advocacy and support.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering case management in culturally safe settings.
• Ability to work with Aboriginal people, families and communities.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches.

Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive assessments and develop individualised case management plans.
• Coordinate intensive and multidisciplinary responses.
• Lead complex case meetings and care-team meetings.
• Provide intensive advocacy for participants facing barriers.
• Support transitions from custody into the community.
• Identify emerging risks and safeguarding concerns.
• Provide guidance to Caseworkers and contribute to practice development.

Skills

Case management

Advocacy

Trauma-informed

Culturally safe practice

Education

Diploma in Community Services

Diploma in Social Work

Psychology degree or equivalent

Job description

The North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency Ltd (NAAJA) in Darwin is seeking an Adult Throughcare Case Manager to deliver culturally safe, trauma-informed case management and justice support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults before and after release from prison.

You will work in a collaborative team, helping participants navigate complex challenges, access services, reconnect with family and community, and work toward personal goals with effective advocacy and support.