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Case Worker

Newcastle, New South Wales 2300, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Develop Support Care Plans and Risk Assessments for NDIS participants.
  • Provide advice/mentorship to Support Workers, including debriefing and managing sickness/leave.
  • Communicate with stakeholders including Mental Health Nurses, Support Coordinators, OT and Psychologists.

Role Type

Permanent • Full-time • Associate

Pay Rate

$70,000 AUD – $80,000 AUD (Annum)

Description

Sunflower Services, an emerging NDIS provider in Newcastle, Adelaide and Burleigh, where we are dedicated to fostering a supportive environment for both our clients and our team members. We operate with a commitment to trauma-informed care, tailoring our approach to meet the unique needs of everyone we support while ensuring their NDIS goals are achieved.

Sunflower Services is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Case Worker to join our dynamic team. 

As a Case Worker at Sunflower Services, your responsibilities include:

  • Creating a trauma informed and sustainable team for the Participant(s) 
  • Meeting new referrals upon Intake and developing Support Care Plans & Risk Assessment 
  • Assessing and listening to participant’s needs, wants and goals 
  • Overseeing the 1:1 supports and asking for feedback from the Participants and family members
  • Providing advice and mentorship to Support Workers 
  • Assisting and providing safe advice to Participants and Support Workers during times of Crisis or High-risk situations
  • Debriefing with Support Workers 
  • Communicating with relevant stakeholders (Mental Health Nurses, Support Coordinators, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists) 
  • Managing staff sickness and leave, and offering replacements 
  • Writing advocacy letters for NDIS plan reviews 
  • Office administration- emails, teams’ meetings and regular phone calls Assisting with business development, including marketing, and participating in Networking events
  • Always viewing the Participant with good intent and being solution-focused
  • Handling complaints, feedback and all concerns relating to Support Workers and Community Access Supports 
  • A strong focus on building positive relationships with stakeholders and Support Coordinators to generate NDIS leads and referrals 
  • Understanding NDIS practices and updated legislation 
  • Being an excellent Caseworker and adhering to Sunflower’s ethos and expectations 
  • Following the direction and expectations of the Operations Manager and NDIS Service Manager.
  • Make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities

To succeed in the role, you will need: 

  • Minimum Diploma in Community Services, Mental Health, Alcohol & other Drugs or Youth Work. 
  • Proven experience in Support Work, Accommodation and NDIS is highly desirable. 
  • Relevant management experience is highly desirable.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish rapport, build trust, and maintain boundaries.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Knowledge of community resources and social services.
  • Empathy, compassion, and a non-judgmental attitude.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Proficiency in documentation and record-keeping.
  • Ethical and culturally sensitive approach to client care.

Why work at Sunflower Services:

  • Join a supportive and collaborative team dedicated to providing high-quality care and support
  • Opportunity for professional development and advancement within the organisation
  • Competitive salary and benefits package including paid day off for your birthday
  • Work in a rewarding and fulfilling environment where your contributions are valued and appreciated
  • Work from Home opportunities provided for the right candidate. 
  • Incredible work culture including team lunches.
  • Location: Newcastle 

If you are passionate about making a positive impact and are ready to embark on a fulfilling career journey with Sunflower Services, we encourage you to apply and join us in our mission to empower individuals with mental health challenges and disabilities to live their best lives.

Sunflower Services is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please visit our website for more information on our wonderful company: www.sunflowerservices.com.au 

Company Overview

Sunflower Services provides high quality, client-centric NDIS services. We ensure our staff are well trained, supported and confident in their role. We are extremely motivated to make a difference in people’s lives and strive to enable individuals to reach their full potential. We are committed to investing into the shaping and delivery of NDIS supports and services which genuinely respond to client needs – both current and emerging. Sunflower Services is proudly female-founded, owned and led. Our work is grounded in lived experience, compassion and a commitment to equity in the NDIS space. We believe strong, inclusive leadership creates safer, more connected communities, and we’re proud to reflect that in the way we support our participants, our staff, and each other. We aspire to be a company that is accepting of growth and adaptable to new and emerging NDIS frameworks. We aspire to bridge the gap between the mental health system and the NDIS, providing sound knowledge, education and supports that are holistic, culturally sound and goal and recovery oriented. We wish to become a leader in the NDIS space in Adelaide, Newcastle and the Gold Coast. We aim to increase our employability in regional regions, building job viability and stimulating the local communities with employment stability and supporting an equal opportunity framework. Our aim is to inspire workers to act within a trauma-informed framework, creating resilient, compassionate and well-resourced Sunflower staff members.