About the Role

The TCP Key worker will be responsible for providing high quality support to families to address any identified risk factors, and to contribute to the development of protective factors that will enable families to develop aspirations, make pro social connections and engage in a pathway that will lead to productive, healthy and happy lives.

A Targeted Care Package is an allocation of funding that is tailored specifically to meet the individual needs of a particular child or young person, based on an assessment of that child or young person. The package is available for as long as the child needs (subject to review) and up to a year after Child Protection’s involvement.

Vacancy Details

• Part-time position, working 22.8 hours per week
• Fixed Term until 30 June 2024
• $94,077 p/a (pro rata) + super + salary packaging
• To view the Position Description, please click here

About You

• Bachelor of Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Diploma of Welfare Studies, Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs or equivalent qualification
• Experience managing complex cases with strong case practice including client advocacy, counselling, therapeutic interventions and family support in line with the Best Interest Framework
• Ability to engage with families, children and young people with empathy and warmth. 
• Demonstrated skills in risk and needs assessments. 

Application Process

• Applicants must address each of the Qualifications, Skills and Experience criteria outlined in the following questionnaire and provide a current Résumé in order to be considered.
• Successful applicants will be required to provide a current Working with Children Check and undergo a National Police Check prior to commencement.
• Meli reserves the right to shortlist and interview before the closing date of this position, so please don’t delay in applying.

Contact Details

For more information about the position please contact Kayla Innes, Team Leader Targeted Care Packages, on 0437 436 153.

Meli is committed to providing a child safe environment. We have zero tolerance of any abuse or maltreatment of children.

Meli values and celebrates diversity and are working to create a team of people who reflect the diverse community we support. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, culturally diverse people, those living with a disability, and those looking to return to the workforce following a break in their career are encouraged to apply for our roles.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Recruitment team via email at recruitment@meli.org.au

Applications close 9:00AM Monday 8 April 2024

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