Case Worker IAS 50D
- 2x Full time positions
- Accommodation Support of $300pw for 12 weeks
- 5 days extra leave (5 weeks in total!) plus many more generous NFP benefits
Respect, Excellence, Celebration, Compassion, Acceptance, Professionalism
Join an organisation that makes a real difference within the community.
2 positions available:
1x Case Woker IAS 50D - Please apply only if you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
1x Case Woker IAS
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 Metro, Goldfields and Bunbury region.
The Role
Commitment to strengthening social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The Indigenous Advancement Strategy program aims to develop strong, healthy and resilient individuals, families and communities which will enhance pathways to education and employment and reduce substance abuse, violence and contact with the criminal justice system.
A few specifics:
- Complete intake and assessment of families and children to identify needs.
- Develop support plans with the client which identify individual goals.
- Provide practical supports and referrals to appropriate services.
- Assist with the development of family camps, women’s groups and youth groups.
- Plan and participate in community events.
- Assist to write six monthly reports as directed by Program Manager.
About You
- Aboriginality is a genuine role requirement, (50D position)
- Minimum Certificate IV in Community Services, Alcohol and Other Drugs, Mental Health or equivalent.
- Experience and knowledge working with Aboriginal individuals, families and communities.
- Experience in administration and case management.
- Experience living and working in a remote / regional community.
Benefits
- Regional zone allowance included in annual salary
- Accommodation support of $300 per week for 12 weeks
- Comprehensive training and professional development.
- Four weeks annual leave inclusive of a 17.5% leave loading
- Five days additional paid leave pro rata
- Twelve weeks paid maternity leave
- Discounted corporate health cover by Bupa and Medibank
- Study leave of five hours per week after two years of service
- Insurance cover to and from work
- Clinical and Management Supervision
- All Centrecare employed Aboriginal staff are provided with cultural support through the Cultural Leads
- Employee Assistance Program
Aboriginality is considered a genuine occupational qualification for this role as per Section 50D Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA). Please apply if you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
Position closes: 20 November 2025
Shortlisting will commence upon receipt of applications, Centrecare reserves the right to close the position early if needed.
Should you have any queries, please contact Human Resources on (08) 9288 2244
At Centrecare:
Children feel Valued, Heard, and Safe: Centrecare is fully committed to the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations, child safe cultures and practices. harm. Centrecare also believes that all children are valuable and worthy of respect. It strongly supports the rights of the child and is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children who are in contact with or receive its services.
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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