The opportunityCamcare is a program within AccessHC that provides a suite of services – wellbeing counselling and case management, material aid, support for new mums, and information and advice to residents of the City of Boroondara and surrounding suburbs. Camcare's Integrated Family Services (IFS) program works across the Municipalities of Boroondara, Manningham, Monash and Whitehorse.The IFS Caseworker positions provide specialised outreach case planning, case management and support to families where assessed as appropriate for the IFS program.  The program aims to ensure the safety and well-being of children and young people by addressing protective concerns and enhancing family functioning.  This is a Permanent Part time position (30.4 hours per week)What you will be doingPromote the safety, stability and development of vulnerable children, young people and their families, and to build capacity and resilience for children, families and communityWork within a Child-focused, Family-centred approach to service deliveryUndertake comprehensive strengths-based needs assessment of client families, with a particular focus on risk assessment for high need cases; incorporate both the individual and systemic perspective.Undertake case management responsibilities, where appropriate.Utilize a full range of outreach strategies in order to engage with families who may be reluctant to use the serviceProvide an in-home and agency-based service as requiredWork with families to strengthen parent capability to provide basic care, ensure safety and promote their child’s developmentWork together with families to improve community connections and access to community resources.Establish a working relationship with families that demonstrates respect and honest communication, particularly about protective concerns and consequencesNegotiate realistic and achievable Child and Family Action Plans, in consultation with all family members ensuring active participation in decision making; and the inclusion of other relevant parties, which will be reviewed during the intervention periodLiaise with agencies involved with the family, especially Child Protection and Inner East Integrated Family Services partnersWhat you will bring Demonstrated experience in the Community Services Sector, in particular in the Child and Family Welfare System.Demonstrated skills in risk assessment and understanding of the Best Interests Case Practice framework.Knowledge of attachment and trauma would be highly desirableDemonstrated theoretical understanding and experience of individual and systemic casework practice.Experience in working with families in crisis, including a capacity to practice active engagement.Experience and/or qualifications in Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, psychology or equivalent or related disciplineEligibility for AASW, APS or an equivalent professional associationSound understanding and working knowledge of the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005 and the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005 and other relevant legislation.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant software applicationsApply NowPlease reach out to for further information and/or the opportunity to discuss this role. Please contact IFS, Manager: Gabrielle.Kirwan@camcare.org.au   Mobile: 0481 750 585 Please refer to the position description on our website for the key selection criteria information: https://accesshc.org.au/careers/ Apply now so you don’t miss this opportunity. We will be assessing applications as they are submittedApplications close date: 26th November 2024Position Description AUD Camberwell 3124

Internal Expression of Interest Integrated Family Services Caseworker

  • Internal Expression of Interest only
  • Perm Part time 0.8/ 30.4 hours position, based Camberwell
  • Renumeration: $49.28 plus superannuation

The opportunity

Camcare is a program within AccessHC that provides a suite of services – wellbeing counselling and case management, material aid, support for new mums, and information and advice to residents of the City of Boroondara and surrounding suburbs. Camcare's Integrated Family Services (IFS) program works across the Municipalities of Boroondara, Manningham, Monash and Whitehorse.

The IFS Caseworker positions provide specialised outreach case planning, case management and support to families where assessed as appropriate for the IFS program.  The program aims to ensure the safety and well-being of children and young people by addressing protective concerns and enhancing family functioning.  This is a Permanent Part time position (30.4 hours per week)

What you will be doing

  • Promote the safety, stability and development of vulnerable children, young people and their families, and to build capacity and resilience for children, families and community
  • Work within a Child-focused, Family-centred approach to service delivery
  • Undertake comprehensive strengths-based needs assessment of client families, with a particular focus on risk assessment for high need cases; incorporate both the individual and systemic perspective.
  • Undertake case management responsibilities, where appropriate.
  • Utilize a full range of outreach strategies in order to engage with families who may be reluctant to use the service
  • Provide an in-home and agency-based service as required
  • Work with families to strengthen parent capability to provide basic care, ensure safety and promote their child’s development
  • Work together with families to improve community connections and access to community resources.
  • Establish a working relationship with families that demonstrates respect and honest communication, particularly about protective concerns and consequences
  • Negotiate realistic and achievable Child and Family Action Plans, in consultation with all family members ensuring active participation in decision making; and the inclusion of other relevant parties, which will be reviewed during the intervention period
  • Liaise with agencies involved with the family, especially Child Protection and Inner East Integrated Family Services partners

What you will bring

  • Demonstrated experience in the Community Services Sector, in particular in the Child and Family Welfare System.
  • Demonstrated skills in risk assessment and understanding of the Best Interests Case Practice framework.
  • Knowledge of attachment and trauma would be highly desirable
  • Demonstrated theoretical understanding and experience of individual and systemic casework practice.
  • Experience in working with families in crisis, including a capacity to practice active engagement.
  • Experience and/or qualifications in Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, psychology or equivalent or related discipline
  • Eligibility for AASW, APS or an equivalent professional association
  • Sound understanding and working knowledge of the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005 and the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005 and other relevant legislation.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant software applications

Apply Now

Please reach out to for further information and/or the opportunity to discuss this role. Please contact IFS, Manager: Gabrielle.Kirwan@camcare.org.au   Mobile: 0481 750 585 Please refer to the position description on our website for the key selection criteria information: https://accesshc.org.au/careers/ 

Apply now so you don’t miss this opportunity. We will be assessing applications as they are submitted

Applications close date: 26th November 2024