Case Worker Youth Outreach

• SCHADS Above Award Grade 4 - $86,191 per annum plus superannuation
• Relocation assistance offered up to $3000
• Short term subsidised accommodation available (No Pets)

CatholicCare NT Employee Benefits

• Above award salary
• Six weeks annual leave plus two weeks personal leave
• Salary packaging option (up to $15,900 p/a, plus additional as a Remote Area Benefit)
• Staff rewards program with savings and discounts at over 450 well-known retailers
• Access to Wellbeing Centre providing support to a healthier and happier life
• Relocation assistance offered up to $3,000

About the Program

CatholicCare NT Youth Outreach Services aim to assist young people in Tennant Creek who are at risk of homelessness to stabilise their personal circumstances. We achieve this by engaging them in intensive support, case management and other related service sectors to respond effectively to young people who have complex needs and are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

The service supports vulnerable young people (12-18 years) to re-engage with their families and community, and address issues impacting upon their social and emotional wellbeing, which may lead to behaviour that is harmful to self and/ or others.

About the Role

The Case Worker is responsible for providing assertive case management, education and support to participants and has a particular focus on collaborating with other local service providers, and delivering programs and activities to improve case management outcomes for youth.

This position is based in Tennant Creek, NT.

What we are looking for
* Relevant qualifications and experience in a similar role
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills including experience in engaging young people who are marginalised and disengaged from community.
* Demonstrated cultural competency, particularly in working with Indigenous people.
* Demonstrated knowledge of trauma informed practice principles and family centred practice.
* Experience in engaging a variety of key stakeholders to develop support strategies/plans, which address the social and emotional wellbeing of the target group.
How to Apply

For a full role description including key selection criteria, please visit our careers website. www.catholiccarent.org.au/current-vacancies/

Applications Close: 9am Tuesday 1 July 2025

Interviews on: Rolling interviews

Applications for this position may be closed earlier than anticipated or extended at the discretion of the hiring manager.

Applications only progress if made directly through our CatholicCare NT website. Expressions of interest from third party job boards will not be considered.

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TENNANT CREEK

The Northern Territory is one of the most culturally diverse places in the world.

Tennant Creek is located between Alice Springs and Katherine situated in the Barkly Tableland, which has seen the rise of many Australian premier cattle stations. The traditional owners are the Warumungu people. Tennant Creek is situated near the popular tourist destination the Devils Marbles and hosts the Desert Harmony Festival each year.

In this role, you will have the privilege of working closely with aboriginal families and the experience of immersing yourself in an amazing part of the world.

This is an extraordinary opportunity to learn about yourself, other cultures and grow professionally at the same time as making a positive difference in the lives of others.

Safeguarding Children & Young People

CatholicCare NT is committed to maintaining zero tolerance of child abuse and neglect, and the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people who access our activities, programs, services and facilities.

Employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory National police check and Working with Children (Ochre) Card, together with Social Media and Adverse Media Check.

If you have resided in an overseas country for 12 months or more in the past 10 years, this position requires you to complete an International Criminal History check (ICHC) prior to your employment commencement date. The outcome of the initial screening check must be satisfactory.