Job Description
As a case worker you will work in a small team, with a variety of people in a client centred, strengths based approach following Australian Case Management standards.......
Working with a small, committed and professional team to support some of the most vulnerable individuals and families in our community.
This is a 10 month maternity leave backfill position, starting April 2026.
- Part time role (up to 22.5 hours/week)
- Based in Sydney (Cronulla and Kirrawee)
- Salary packaging benefits
About Hopefield
Hopefield is a Christian community based therapeutic and social services organisation. Our mission is to empower and equip those experiencing marginalisation to flourish.
Our target communities include those with backgrounds of trauma and abuse, those experiencing domestic and family violence, those experiencing mental health issues and those experiencing homelessness. Hopefield offers services in four areas of practice and is seeking to appoint a case worker within the Support Services team.
The Support Services team works with some of the most vulnerable and marginalised people in our community and provides a range of services including case management, advocacy, practical supports and group programs.
These services are offered from both our Cronulla and Kirrawee locations and the successful applicant must be willing to work across both locations as required.
About the Role
As a case worker you will work in a small team, with a variety of people in a client centred, strengths based approach following Australian Case Management standards. The successful applicant needs to be comfortable working with men and women.
Essential Criteria
- Recognised qualifications and/or relevant experience in social work, community services or related discipline.
- Previous experience in case management
- Capacity to develop and maintain relationships and networks and build an appropriate referral base
- Ability to reflect and be authentic in supervision and de-briefing sessions
- Familiarity with not-for-profit and social service sectors
- Ability to work independently and/or collaboratively as required
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to task analyse, problem solve and adapt to and manage change
- Ability to work flexible hours on occasions
- Current drivers licence
Desirable Criteria
- Understanding of Trauma Informed Care
- Group facilitation skills
- De-escalation skills
The successful applicant will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks including Working with Children, Working with Vulnerable People and Police checks.
To Apply
Interested applicants can request a copy of the position description. Please send your written applications including covering letter and CV to Karlyn Johns: Support Services Practice Lead.
Do Applicants need to have Permission to work in Australia?
Hopefield is a Christian community based therapeutic and social services organisation. Our mission is to empower and equip those experiencing marginalisation to flourish.
Our target communities include those with backgrounds of trauma and abuse, those experiencing domestic and family violence and those experiencing mental health issues. Hopefield offers support in four areas of practice and is seeking to appoint a case worker within the Support Services team.
The Support Services team works with some of the most vulnerable and marginalised people in our community and provides a range of services including case management, advocacy, practical supports and group program support.
These services are offered from both our Cronulla and Kirrawee locations and the successful applicant must be willing to work across both locations as required.