Queensland, Queensland Australian Red Cross
* Duration: Maximum Term
* Hours: Full time
* Location: Toowoomba, QLD
Who we are
Australian Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian organisation. Our aim is to improve the lives of the most vulnerable people in Australia and across our region.
About the role
The role of the Case Manager will contribute to enabling operational goals and work plans for Toowoomba Youth Housing and Reintegration Service (YHaRS) whilst reporting to the Team Leader. The aim of YHaRS is to help reduce homelessness through the provision of support, brokerage and accommodation for young people who are transitioning from a period of sentence, living in unstable or temporary housing.
This position is responsible for adopting a case management approach that is planned, integrated and delivered in a coordinated way. The role will operate from a strengths based and capacity building framework and ensure that standards and principles that promote social inclusion, human rights and young persons choice, form part of their practice framework.
What you will bring
* Significant experience of working with individuals and/or families with complex needs, in a community services' organisation or similar setting
* Demonstrate knowledge of evidence based case management strategies and principles with proven experience in delivering case management services to people 'at risk' of and/or experiencing vulnerabilities
* Knowledge of and experience in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse people and communities
* Exhibit experience of administering Brokerage funds in the context of case management plans
* Ability to exercise initiative, discretion and judgement in working both independently and as part of a team
The benefits
Be part of one of the largest humanitarian organisations and know that the work contributes to improving outcomes for vulnerable people. Red Cross offers generous salary packaging benefits and flexible working arrangements.
Further information
For further information about this role, please refer to the position description or contact Charlene Keller on 07 4614 1600
Case Manager YHARS FINAL 240918.pdf
Location: Australia and Oceania,–Queensland
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