Case Worker

About Us

The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, who are committed to serving people in need in our community and shaping a more just and compassionate society.

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• SCHCADS Award hourly rates ranging from $44–$48
• Generous Salary Packaging to boost your take-home pay
• Career Development we pride ourselves on career development pathways for all employees! 

Your Role

We are seeking a compassionate and committed Case Worker to provide trauma informed, therapeutic support to people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. This role is about helping individuals and families stabilise their accommodation, rebuild their wellbeing and move towards long term security. 

Your Responsibility

• Provide trauma informed and non judgemental case work support to people experiencing or at risk of homelessness

• Case manage clients in accommodation to support stability and positive outcomes

• Undertake home visits and outreach activities

• Develop, implement and review case plans in line with SHS guidelines and outcomes frameworks

• Build strong partnerships with government agencies, NGOs and local services

• Maintain accurate and professional client records, case notes and data

• Meet service targets and reporting requirements

• Supervise volunteers and students on placement where required

• Conduct risk assessments and contribute to a safe working environment

You Will Need

• Minimum TAFE Certificate IV or currently undertaking tertiary study in welfare or a related field

• Experience supporting marginalised and vulnerable people, including those experiencing homelessness

• Strong understanding of issues impacting homelessness such as family breakdown, domestic and family violence, poverty, disability, mental illness and addiction

• Knowledge of local community services and the ability to build effective professional relationships

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Sound computer skills and accurate record keeping

• Ability to respond appropriately in crisis and emergency situations

• Understanding of Work Health and Safety legislation and safe work practices

• NSW driver licence

Apply Now

If this sounds like you, don’t wait - apply now, we are interviewing applications as we receive them.

Any queries please contact careers.nsw@vinnies.org.au 

We Offer:

• Supportive Team – Join a welcoming, values-driven team with a strong sense of community.
• Boost Your Take-Home Pay – Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses.
• Career Progression – Grow with clear pathways to leadership and internal opportunities.
• Learning & Development - On-demand training to support your professional growth. 
• Wellbeing Support –  EAP and wellness services to support your mental and physical well-being. 
• Inclusive Culture – Thrive in a diverse workplace with active RAP and DIAP programs.
• Leave Benefits – 5 days Sorry Business Leave , Mental Health/Wellbeing Day Off, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life. 

St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs and applicants of all ages. If you are a candidate with disability please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process.

The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, further information can be found in the Society’s commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks including a Police check & Working with Children check. A health / medical assessment may be required for some roles.