Family Services Case Worker

Yarra City Council; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 107,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal leave 16 days

Parental leave 18 weeks

Cultural leave

Compassionate leave

EAP counselling

Staff discounts

Job summary

Yarra City Council is seeking a Family Services Case Worker in Melbourne to join the Family, Youth and Children’s Services team. The role focuses on safety and development of vulnerable children, young people, and families, providing comprehensive casework and brief interventions. Flexible hours and supportive environment are offered.

The council emphasises wellbeing and community involvement. The position is permanent part-time (30.4 hours per week) with a starting pro rata salary and

Qualifications

• Provide case work and brief intervention support to families.
• Collaborate with Integrated Family Services Team to enhance family wellbeing.
• Support safety, stability and development of children, youth and families.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a range of case management interventions for families with complex needs.
• Empower Yarra families to reach their potential and improve functioning.
• Contribute to flexible working arrangements and internal development pathways.

Job description

Family Services Case Worker

Permanent Part Time – 30.4hours per week (with flexible hours)

Band 6 – Starting from $97,222.14 (pro rata) + super

Why You’ll Want to Join Us

• Supportive and friendly team environment where we value growth and development
• Excellent employee benefits and competitive hourly rates
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment

Benefits Package

• Exceptional leave entitlements - 16 days personal leave, 18 weeks parental leave, plus cultural leave and compassionate leave
• Health and wellbeing - free EAP counselling, discounted leisure membership 40% off for Staff and 25% off for Managers, salary sacrifice childcare options
• Professional Development – leadership courses and learning workshops, Education Assistance Program featuring study and exam leave and up to 50% course fee reimbursement

About the Role

Are you seeking to make a positive difference in family’s lives and work within a dedicated team of vibrant professionals? We are seeking a committed Case Worker to work in the Family, Youth and Children’s Services branch.

This role focuses on the safety, stability and development of vulnerable children, young people and families in Yarra, by providing comprehensive case work and brief intervention support. As a member of the Integrated Family Services Team, you will undertake a range of case management interventions to families who are experiencing multiple complex needs and empower Yarra families to reach their potential. You will work together with the Yarra Family Support Team to enhance family functioning and wellbeing, knowing that each of us plays an important role to ensure Yarra families have every opportunity to thrive.

We’re proud to offer flexible working arrangements, strong internal development pathways, and a culture that prioritises wellbeing and connection.

Yarra City Council is a ProgressiveOrganisation, proud of our inclusive culture, diversity and development of staff. We strive to make a positive difference in people’s lives.

Need More Info?

For further information, please refer to the Position Description or contact Alex Siegel, Team Leader Family Supportat 0457 934 272 or [e-mail].

Applications close on: Thursday 12 November 2026, at 11:55pm

702476, 702477, 702478 - Family Services Case Worker - Position Description - updated Oct 2026.pdf

Additional Information

This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Yarra's Commitment to Diversity

Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.

We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.