Case Worker - ReSet
- 1x Level 5 and 1x Level 4 position available
- Minimum Bachelor's degree qualification and experience in Justice settings
- Ability to obtain Department of Justice Clearance
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Join an organisation that makes a real difference within the community.
About Centrecare
Centrecare is a not-for-profit organisation with over 300 employees and is committed to delivering quality professional counselling, support, accommodation, mediation and training services in over 11 locations across the Perth metropolitan, Goldfields and South West regions.
About Wungening Aboriginal Corporation - Wungening is an Aboriginal community-controlled organisation delivering counselling, education, advocacy and support services including drug and alcohol, family violence support and accommodation, adult justice services and earlier intervention family support services.
About the role
The Case Worker - ReSet is an important role within the Consortium, responsible for delivering comprehensive throughcare support services, working closely with the ReSet team and Consortium partners. The position involves active participation in the Adult Justice Reintegration Service, integrating evidence-based practices for offender rehabilitation and reintegration, aligned with the Department of Justice’s Individualised and Integrated Offender Management (IIOM).
- Conduct client assessments to develop case plans and referrals based on identified needs.
- Implement case management and counselling techniques to support offenders' reintegration.
- Maintain documentation including case notes, assessments, and support plans.
- Foster collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide family and domestic violence risk assessment, safety planning, and risk management.
- Support individuals in crisis through specialist referrals and tailored throughcare programs.
Selection Criteria
- Minimum bachelor's degree in Psychology, Criminology and Justice, Social Work or relevant area.
- Diploma in Community Services, Counselling or similar (Level 4 position)
- Minimum 1-2 years' experience working in a similar position (Level 4 position).
- Minimum 3 years' experience working in a similar position (Level 5 position).
- Clinical and counselling experience in an adult justice reintegration support setting.
- Demonstrated experience working in a justice setting
- Demonstrated ability to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities in a culturally responsive way.
- Ability to obtain a National Criminal History Record Check and Integrity Check (Justice Screening Clearance).
Benefits
- Salary packaging options up to $15,900 increases your take home pay
- Annual leave loading at 17.5%
- Additional 5 days leave per year pro rata
- Access to professional development and training
- Insurance cover to and from work
- Discounted corporate health cover provided for by Medibank Private
- Access to confidential Employee Assistance Program
- Centrecare-employed Aboriginal staff are provided with cultural support through the Cultural Leads
How to apply
Click apply and you will be directed to our online job board to view further details on the vacancy description and complete your application. Applications must address the selection criteria.
Position Closes: 10 December 2026
Shortlisting will commence upon receipt of applications, Centrecare reserves the right to close the position earlier if needed.
Should you have any queries, please contact Human Resources on (08) 9288 2244
At Centrecare:
Children feel Valued, Heard, and Safe: Centrecare Safeguarding children and young people is everyone’s responsibility. Centrecare embeds child safety in all organisational practices with zero tolerance for child abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
We are Inclusive: We actively promote a working environment that values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQ+ and people with a disability. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.
We support the Uluru Statement from the Heart: We are committed to walking alongside First Nations people to support a more inclusive Australia and Closing the Gap. All Centrecare-employed Aboriginal staff are provided with cultural support through the Cultural Leads
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