Description:
Wurli-Wurlinjang Health Service (WWHS) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation that prides itself on delivering a range of health services to the community in a style and manner that makes clients feel welcome and comfortable.
WWHS operates a range of clinics and provides a range of primary health care and other services which include our Main Clinic (acute and general care), Gudbinji Chronic Disease Clinic, Binjari Health Centre, Women and Children’s Health, Men’s Health and a Dental Clinic.
We also deliver Community Service programs which aim to achieve better outcomes in early intervention, treatment, and management through an integrated approach in a primary health care setting like our Alcohol and Other Drugs Program, Social and Emotional Wellbeing program, Katherine Individual Support Program, and our Strong Indigenous Families program. As well as providing Clinical and Community Services WWHS also provides Professional Development and Training, as well as Corporate Services being: Human Resources, Finance, Infrastructure, Work Health and Safety, Compliance and Administration Support.
The Case Manager – SEWB is responsible for developing relationships with a range of community groups, agencies, and service providers, delivering information sessions, attending relevant community events, and undertaking stakeholder consultations and promoting referrals and pathways into services. The Case Manager is expected to perform a community engagement and capacity building role, and to manage specific projects. The Case Manager will assist the Mental Health & SEWB Coordinator by supporting engagement with vulnerable and disadvantaged groups, helping identify community needs, and assisting in the design and development of flexible service delivery to meet those needs. The Senior SEWB Case Manager is required to maintain documentation of work done, to provide written and oral updates on projects and initiatives in line with established timelines and assist in the effective evaluation of Community Services engagement activities.
Key Service deliverables include: –
- Develop and maintain relationships with communities, network works, agencies, and service providers to inform them about Community Services programs. To assist in the development of protocols that foster cross-referral.
- Review local demographic and other relevant data on an ongoing basis to ensure emerging community needs are identified and responded to.
- Engage with culturally and linguistically Diverse (CLAD) and Indigenous communities to enhance understanding of services and improve accessibility.
- Participate in capacity building projects with other relevant local service providers and community-based agencies.
- Represent Community Services on relevant external committees and forums.
- Liaise with the Community Services Leadership Group on project goals and targets, including preparation of evaluation reports on projects.
- Participate in and contribute to team meetings
- Work in partnership with Community Services Programs, Community Engagement Workers, and support workers in achieving best outcomes and practices for group work, sporting events, and culturally appropriate activities.
Wurli is looking for a suitable, motivated individual who can demonstrate: –
- Certificate IV in Community Services or experience in mental health
- National Police Records Check and Working with Children’s Clearance
- Current Northern Territory Driver’s License
For more information regarding the position specifics please review the Position Profile below: Position Description.
Applications can be submitted online or to hr@wurli.org.au. Please ensure your application includes: –
- A current resume or curriculum vitae (cv).
- a cover letter / email which provides a clear and concise overview of your ability to meet the key requirements of the role (prerequisites, qualifications / experience and competencies).
- Current National Police Certificate (no less than 3 months from issue date).
- Current Northern Territory Driver’s Licence.
- Current Working with Children’s Clearance (Ochre Card).
- COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate.
If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact a member of the Human Resource team on 08 8972 9122 or email hr@wurli.org.au