About us
Formed in 1917, QEC is a public sector Early Parenting and Community Services organisation, supporting families across Noble Park, Wodonga, Preston, Hastings and Morwell to build parenting confidence and help children thrive. We deliver a variety of services and support programs to families with young children (aged from newborn to 4 years of age) in partnership with government and not for profit partners.
Our evidence-based programs work alongside families, building on their strengths to support children’s safety, health and development.
At QEC, we work together with families and communities to create a respectful, inclusive and welcoming environment. We celebrate the different strengths and experiences that everyone brings.
We embrace diversity and want to make sure our places, processes and services are fair, more accessible, and open to all. It is important to us that people can express their beliefs, values and needs and that these are heard and understood so that everyone feels safe, respected and feels a sense of belonging.
The role
This Case Worker role works in partnership between Mackillop Family Services and QEC, Mackillop being the lead agency delivering the Restoring Families program to families with children 0-5 years of age.
Reporting to MacKillop Team Leader the Case Worker is recognised as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, experienced in working in alignment with QEC’s Model of care, QEC’s Clinical Practice Framework and the Best Interests Case Practice Model. The Case Worker will work with the Mackillop Restoring Families team with a focus on the early years, while supported by QEC.
The Case Worker will work with children and families, delivering interventions which increase parenting capacity and family functioning, promote child safety and development. The Case Worker will work in partnership with families in their homes and community settings. The role is part time (we will consider 2 or 3 days per week).
For a detailed position description including key selection criteria go to our website www.qec.org.au/joinus/employmentopportunities/current vacancies
About you
To be considered for this role you will possess:
- A tertiary qualification in Nursing, Social Work, Mental Health, Psychology, Early Childhood Education or equivalent.
- Extensive industry experience in health, family services, government or community service sectors.
- Demonstrated ability to undertake complex case work with families (including pregnant women) and children who have experienced trauma.
- Demonstrated ability to assess, plan, implement and review appropriate interventions to support the development of parenting capacity and family functioning.
- Demonstrated experience and theoretical understanding of the issues facing highly vulnerable parents in their ability to ensure the safety and wellbeing of their children.
A knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and current issues faced by Aboriginal children and their families.
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Benefits of working with us
- Generous public sector benefits including salary packaging, ADO’s and 14 weeks paid parental leave
- 5 weeks annual leave (pro rata for part time)
- Extensive training, study leave and opportunities for professional development
- Access to QEC's wellbeing program, Employee Assistance Program and team building activities
- Free onsite car parking
Use of a company vehicle
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How to apply
To apply, please provide the following:
- A cover letter outlining your suitability and addressing the position’s Key Selection Criteria (view Position Description)
Your resume outlining education and employment background.
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For further information please contact Helen Millar, Area Manager - NMR & Hume/Ovens Murray on 0409014855 or [email protected]
We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children, families, visitors and employees at QEC.
All QEC employees maintain current Health Care Worker Immunisation requirements, undergo a Criminal History Check and hold a current Employee Working with Children Check.
We exemplify QEC’s Values, the Victorian Public Sector Code of Conduct and Values and the Victorian Child Safe Standards.
We aim to provide a culturally safe environment for First Nations people and promote diversity and equal opportunity at QEC, to ensure all can enjoy a sense of belonging.
