Job description About the Organisation Edmund Rice Community Services (ERCS) is an Australian national not-for-profit organisation providing social services, community education and advocacy for those facing disadvantage. For more than 40 years we have delivered programs that equip children, families and communities with the skills, confidence and resilience they need to build a positive future, together. By understanding that small actions delivered with empathy can make an extraordinary difference, ERCS effects real change that will be felt for generations. Our Vision - to build communities where people thrive and belong. Our Impact - We deliver impact in the areas of social connection, resilience and empowerment. www.ercs.org.au About the Program The Settlement Engagement Transition Services (SETS) Program has been developed to equip and empower humanitarian entrants and other vulnerable migrants with the tools to address their settlement needs and improve social and economic participation and community integration support within their local communities. The Program will assist in building the capacity of small organisations to better support local communities. The program will foster a whole of community approach to achieve settlement and integration outcomes. About the Opportunity The SETS Case Worker will work across programs to help develop wrap-around services and support for individuals who qualify for the SETS program. Newly arrived refugees (arrived in the last 5 years) needing settlement support and community engagement opportunities. This role works within program guidelines to empower individuals to feel safe and secure, healthy and well, have full participation in society, feel connected to culture and community and have equal rights and opportunities. You will work under general direction with resources and assistance available. This will be towards set outcomes with solutions to problems generally found in precedents, if not you may be required to exercise judgement to support individual clients as needed. About You The position would suit someone who has existing connections in the settlement sector in either Inner West or Parramatta areas or Sydney in general. This would be a great opportunity for an experienced case worker or social worker to be involved in a newly developed program and assist in the design and delivery of the key objectives. This position can be based in either Parramatta or Balmain office with a willingness to travel between the two locations occasionally. Areas of work will include Sydney Inner West and Parramatta and surrounds. So some flexibility around location is ideal You will also have: A tertiary qualification in social work or community development OR extensive relevant experience A minimum of 18 months experience in a refugee settlement services environment Demonstrated experience in working with community groups and the ability to work with people from culturally diverse backgrounds Experience in facilitating small group programs The ability to build relationships to establish networks and partnerships within the broader community to support the program This position is part time (0.6/three days a week) for a fixed term until December 2025 the hours and days will be negotiated with the successful candidate. Primary location can be Parramatta or Balmain with the requirement to work in a particular location when the need arises this role will work with Parramatta and Inner West communities. We are a flexible workplace and would be open to discussing work arrangements and a combination of being office based and working from home. The salary is based on the SCHADS Award at Level 4.1, plus superannuation and the benefits of salary packaging that apply to employees of registered charities. How to Apply Click "Apply Now" . All applications must include a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and your resume. For more information on this opportunity please contact our HR Manager, Anita Morlacci on 0421 880 801 or email ercshr@edmundrice.org using the subject line: Settlement Engagement Transition Services Case Worker enquiry via EthicalJobs . ERCS is a child safe organisation, committed to the protection of children and adults-at-risk. ERCS is committed to a safe culture for all and has zero tolerance of any abuse, discrimination including racism and a zero tolerance of inaction in regard to concerns of this nature.
