Fixed term, Full time 1.0 FTE | Location: Elizabeth Collaborative and client focused teams | Experienced and supportive leadership SCHCADS Crisis Level 4 super PBI salary packaging Provide therapeutic case management to at-risk youth, support independence, mental health, and housing, and lead Youth Case and Support Workers. About the Role As a Senior Practitioner at Carlow Place, you’ll work with young people aged 18 and under who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness. You’ll walk alongside them as they build independence, strengthen their wellbeing, and plan for the future—while also guiding a small team of Youth Case Workers and Support Workers. This role blends hands-on therapeutic case management with day-to-day leadership—perfect if you love being on the ground while helping shape a high-quality, trauma-informed service. A Snapshot of What You’ll Do Deliver case management that supports mental health, independence, and stable housing Build strong relationships with services to improve care coordination Supervise and support youth case and support workers Promote trauma-informed and strengths-based practice across the team Keep clear, accurate case notes and contribute to service development What You’ll Bring A degree in Social Work (or be working towards registration) Experience working in youth homelessness, mental health, or related fields A calm, confident leadership style and strong communication skills Confidence managing risk and complexity in a fast-paced environment A valid WWCC and First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain) We’d Love It If You Also Have: Experience supervising others in a youth or homelessness setting A proactive, flexible mindset and a good sense of humour What's in it for you SCHCADS Level 4 Crisis Accommodation Employee $55.72 p/h Super Generous salary packaging to help increase your take home pay Meal and entertainment card option available High performing, goal focused, collaborative & supportive team environment Longstanding and reputable organisation Ongoing training and development opportunities Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Health insurance discounts with Bupa About Us Each year, we support more than 30,000 people through community services in metropolitan and regional South Australia, operating within a strong ethical framework. We are client focused and provide support regardless of race, economic circumstance, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious belief or ethnic background. Centacare is a Child Safe, Quality Accredited Organisation and is a registered NDIS provider. We value the uniqueness of individuals, we consult, collaborate and operate with integrity and professionalism. Centacare is committed to cultivating a harmonious workplace free from harassment and discrimination. Equal opportunity principles align with our mission, vision and values. We believe that treating our workers fairly has a positive impact on our clients and maintains our reputation as a great place to work. To learn more about us, click on the video Centacare Catholic Community Services - Our Story How to Apply Please submit your resume and cover letter (as one document) detailing your interest in this position and outlining the experience and qualifications that you can bring to the role. To access the position description or submit your application click on the Apply button. For a confidential discussion about this opportunity please Tracy Ingram , Manager, on 08 8412 9584. This is a fixed-term opportunity until 30 June 2026, with the possibility of extension subject to funding availability. Closing Date: 5 pm, Wednesday, 23 July 2025. We’ll be reviewing applications as they come in—so don’t wait to apply! Applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. With respect, no agencies please.
