Supporting families with diverse needs and trauma experience Full-time Max Term role | Lakemba Based | till 30 June 2026 Award Rate Super Salary packaging We are looking for a dedicated Case Worker to support families and children with diverse needs and trauma experience, by building relationships and developing motivation. About the Role The Family Support Program is focused on assisting parents who are experiencing stress that is impacting on their ability to parent. The Case Worker role provides support to families and children (aged 0 -17 years), with diverse needs and trauma experience, using a person-centred approach and by building relationships and developing motivation. The role is responsible for: Identifying and effectively responding to areas of need, concern or complex issues within the family unit using a person-centred approach Developing, implementing and reviewing case plan in consultation with all family members Working collaboratively with the child’s family and appropriate cultural representatives to tailor their approach in a culturally sensitive way Attending case conferences, reviews, planning meetings and community networks Facilitating high quality group work as required About You To be a successful candidate for this role you will have: Relevant tertiary qualifications (social work, psychology, or related discipline) and/or demonstrated experience in providing high quality support to children and families Knowledge of Child Protection Legislation, reporting procedures and current sector issues A demonstrated understanding of the barriers and complex issues that families in contact with the child protection system experience, and the management of these within a case management and legislative framework Current Working with Children Check Verification number Current driver licence and use of a registered motor vehicle What can we offer you? We support hybrid working arrangements, including flexible start/finish times and opportunities to regularly work from home Enhanced leave conditions including an additional weeks’ leave available after your first year, study leave and celebration leave. We value your wellbeing and offer free access to a premium mindfulness app, up to 6 EAP counselling sessions for you and your family, yearly flu vaccinations and other regular wellbeing activities to support you through your working day We value your professional growth and provide regular supervision and internal career development opportunities to support your career aspirations Access to generous salary packaging, which allows you to save on tax and increase your overall take home pay How to apply? Click Apply Now to begin your online application! To be considered for this role, you will need to attach your resume and a cover letter addressing how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the role. Applications for this position close on 22 February 2026. Please submit your application as soon as possible as shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. Need more information? Contact Kulsum Thakore, 61 , Talent Acquisition Partner About us CatholicCare Sydney is a leading not-for-profit agency providing care and support to people in Sydney across a wide range of social services: Children and families, relationships, ageing, disability, employment, mental health and youth programs. We are the official social services agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney and a certified Family Friendly Organisation. CatholicCare requires the preferred applicant to undertake a National Criminal History Record Check prior to employment and will also require a Working with Children Check. CatholicCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Employer of Choice for Women. People of Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and other culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply; people living with a disability are encouraged to apply.
