The South West Aboriginal Medical Service (SWAMS) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service based in Bunbury which provides a variety of health services to Aboriginal people in the South West, Great South, Upper wheatbelt and Peel Regions of Western Australia. SWAMS delivers a wide range of Services including GP Clinics, Primary Health Care, Counselling, NDIS and community host various programs. SWAMS has a strong growth strategy through partnership opportunities and future community development.
SWAMS is dedicated to enhancing employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. This position is designated under Section 50 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), and as such, only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
About the Role:
The Senior Caseworker role in the Out of Home Care team will hold a small caseload as well as supervising the caseworker, working intensively with families who have been referred to the service. The role will build positive
working relationships with the families to have some tough conversations around what needs to be addressed as well as a clear path supporting these families to exit the service with these issues resolved. The Senior Caseworker role will track progress with each individual family that they oversee and assist their caseworker with initial home visits and complex situations. This role will work alongside the other Senior Caseworkers in the Regional Support Hub to increase or decrease the level of support that is needed to individual families.
Essential Criteria:
- Knowledge of the Children and Community Services Act 2004.
- Basic knowledge of developmental needs of children and young people.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and contemporary issues
affecting Aboriginal People, and the ability to communicate sensitively and
effectively with communities, families, children and young people.
- Strong written skills, including report writing.
- Demonstrated ability to manage own time and work resources.
- Ability to work effectively as a team member.
- Ability to liaise with relevant government and non-government professionals, community
groups, services, and agencies and present and report information to internal
and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated research, analytical and problem-solving skills, in relation to case
management.
For any roles noted as 50D roles proof of Aboriginality will be required before interviews will be booked or conducted. Below is a list of what is accepted as Proof of Aboriginality at SWAMS.
- SWAMS Membership
- Confirmation of Aboriginality from another Aboriginal owned Organisation that includes the Common Seal
Why SWAMS?
Along with working with passionate people and being able to feel like you have contributed to something every day, SWAMS offers the following:
- 17.5% leave loading
- Up to $18,550 salary packaging options
- Uniforms supplied
- Generous leave allowances
- Professional development opportunities
For more information about SWAMS and the role:
About SWAMS, our great organisation – https://www.swams.com.au/about/
For queries – please contact Human Resources on (08) 97978111.
To Apply:
At SWAMS, child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to the well-being of all children and young people, with zero tolerance for abuse. All team members have a legal and moral duty to ensure a safe environment and are required to undergo a National Police Clearance. Roles involving direct contact with children also require a valid WA Working with Children Check as part of our pre-employment screening.
In addition to this all applicants require satisfactory completion of a Drug and Alcohol test. Unsatisfactory pre-employment checks will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.
To apply for this role please follow the online application process of this platform or email your application through to: HR@SWAMS.com.au . We also welcome you to drop your resume to our office at 30 Wellington Street, Bunbury.
This role will remain open until the successful applicant is found
