Empowering Residential Care Case Manager

MacKillop Family Services; Warrnambool; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrifice up to $18,550 per yr.

Wellbeing support services

Sanctuary Model framework

First Nations career pathways

Community & Aboriginal Staff Network

Job summary

MacKillop Family Services in Warrnambool, VIC, seeks a dedicated Case Manager for our Residential Care Program. This permanent part-time role (3 days/week) reports to the Residential Coordinator and collaborates with workers, families, and external partners to coordinate case plans and advocate for young people’s needs.

You will work to build trust, promote safety, and empower young people toward positive futures, contributing to a supportive team and a culture of continuous service improvement.

Qualifications

• Valid and current Driver’s Licence.
• Satisfactory Criminal History Check (paid for by MacKillop).
• Valid Employee Working with Children Check.
• Valid and current NDIS Workers Screening Check (risk assessed / client facing roles). MacKillop can assist.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people living in residential care to achieve their goals and reach positive outcomes.
• Develop and review case plans that reflect the individual needs, strengths, and aspirations of young people.
• Coordinate services and advocate for young people to ensure they have access to the support they need.
• Build positive relationships with families, carers, community services, and other key stakeholders.
• Facilitate care team meetings and contribute to planning and decision-making processes.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and case documentation.
• Promote the safety, wellbeing, and rights of children and young people.
• Contribute to a positive team culture and continuous service improvement.
• Support a safe workplace by following organisational policies and health and safety practices.

Job description

MacKillop Family Services in Warrnambool, VIC, seeks a dedicated Case Manager for our Residential Care Program. This permanent part-time role (3 days/week) reports to the Residential Coordinator and collaborates with workers, families, and external partners to coordinate case plans and advocate for young people’s needs.

You will work to build trust, promote safety, and empower young people toward positive futures, contributing to a supportive team and a culture of continuous service improvement.