Youth Case Manager- Reconnect

Familyfriendly and flexible working arrangements Careerprogression opportunities Not-for-profitreducing taxable income We have an exciting opportunity for a Case Manager tojoin our Reconnect Team within Youth team Full Time Contract until 30th June 2026 (Potential forextension) About Us Outcare is a leading provider of services across the justice, child protection and family support systems in Western Australia. Outcare is part of PeopleKind Group, parent company to a diverse and growing group of for purpose organisations that deliver services encompassing disability, housing, allied health, justice, child protection and reintegration. We support people experiencing mental health issues, family and domestic violence, the impacts of trauma and intergenerational disadvantage, vulnerable housing and a range of other complex issues. Outcare particularly focuses on these issues across the justice and child protection systems either through working to address the factors leading people into these systems, diverting them from entering or assisting them when they are in. At Outcare we are committed to working alongside some of the most vulnerable West Australians and do this with a strong sense of focus, commitment and respect. Outcare is embarking on a period of organisational transformation through its recently launched Outcare 2028 project. This project will see significant changes across key priority areas positioning Outcare for sustained success into the future. Join us in an innovative, new initiative that addresses the real issues and seeks to understand and build resilience so that secure accommodation will be a long term reality for people who need it. You will be working with the whole family addressing client-centered needs. If complex case management and working with vulnerable and diverse people from a variety of backgrounds are your passion, apply to join our dynamic Thrive team. About the program We have an opportunity for a Case Manager to join our Reconnect Team within Youth team. This role is a community-based earlyintervention and prevention program for young people aged 12 to 18 years whoare homeless or at risk of homelessness, and their families. The role willprovide culturally appropriate counselling, mediation and case managementthrough proactive community outreach. The Role The Reconnect Case Manager Position will entail undertakingthe following: Provide guidance and encouragement to young people at-risk or currently incontact with the justice system to achieve goals as detailed in their actionplan. Encourage positive relationships and support networks through role modelling. Educate, encourage, and support young people to engage with internal andexternal support services. Support Youth clients to identify short and long-term goals. Establish and maintain collaborative and supportive relationships with youthclients, service providers, other team members and the local community throughdemonstrating respect, empathy, and the willingness to understand differencesin culture and customs. Experience working successfully with at risk young people experiencing systemicdisadvantage as well as young people with justice involvement. Extensive knowledge of barriers facing young people in metropolitan Perth. What we give back Great salary packaging options (reduces your taxable income) Career progression opportunities Working with a great team of like-minded people Ongoing training opportunities Key Experience and Qualifications A tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g. Youth Work, Social Work,Community Services, Criminology) OR relevant experience working in similar roles. Extensive experience working with at risk young people. Understanding of the issues faced by young people in Western Australia. Understanding of homelessness, drug and alcohol dependency, violence andchallenging family dynamics of young people. Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culturalcustoms, and protocols, and the diversity of issues affecting Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander people in Western Australia, including rural and remoteareas. Experience and confidence in delivering mentoring, coaching and modelling toyoung people. Experience in establishing and maintaining positive and collaborativerelationships with partner organisations and other stakeholders. The ability to communicate sensitively and effectively and work well with youngpeople and their families. Other Employment Requirements Australian Drivers licence Working With Children Check (WWCC) Police Clearance (within 3 months) – A criminal record does not make youineligible to fill this position. Persons under current correctional supervision will not be considered for thisrole at this point in time. How to apply Please submit your up-to-date resume and a cover letter; Please indicate your experience working with young people and how your ownexperiences could help influence the life of a young person in the Reconnectprogram. Applications close 19th of Decemer. Pleasenote we may proceed with interviews before the closing date. Keen to learn more about this exciting opportunity? Simplyget in touch with the Manager of Diversion and Prevention, Anastasia Afanasievaon 8***. #J-18808-Ljbffr