Youth Services Case Manager - Empower at-risk Youth

Burdekin Youth Services Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Burdekin Youth Services Limited on Sydney's Northern Beaches is seeking an experienced Case Manager to support young people and families. You will collaborate with schools, health professionals, and community partners to deliver practical guidance, advocacy, and coordinated services.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed, person-centred approaches, case planning, and linking clients to housing, education, and wellbeing supports.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Social Work, Community Services or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with young people and homelessness risk.
• Trauma-informed, person-centered, and strengths-based approaches.
• Experience in a Community Engagement role.
• Current Working with Children Check and National Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Current driver's license and insured vehicle.
• Flexibility for after-hours and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Engage in case planning, development, and review.
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners and stakeholders.
• Provide person-centred case management: assessment, planning, coordination, review.
• Engage young people in activities promoting wellbeing and personal growth.
• Connect young people with services, housing and local supports.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to program development and community engagement.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Social work knowledge

Trauma-informed approach

Community engagement

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work / Community Services

Job description

Burdekin Youth Services Limited on Sydney's Northern Beaches is seeking an experienced Case Manager to support young people and families. You will collaborate with schools, health professionals, and community partners to deliver practical guidance, advocacy, and coordinated services.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed, person-centred approaches, case planning, and linking clients to housing, education, and wellbeing supports.