Berry Street is one of the largest independent agencies within Australia, providing diverse programs to over 35,000 young people, children and families across Victoria each year. We pride ourselves on our ingenuity, evidence based and multi-dimensional thinking to provide the best outcomes for our young people.
We believe children, young people and families should be safe, thriving and hopeful and strive to make this happen each day!
The South Eastern Case Management Services (SECMS) is funded by the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) to provide intensive support and case management to children and young people on statutory Child Protection orders. The SECMS team plays a critical role in supporting them to reach their full potential.
The Opportunity
- Morwell Location on Gunaikurnai Country
- Full time, fixed term until 30th of June 2026 (12 months)
- Base Salary $97k pa (Qualified) + Super & Salary Packaging
- Full private use of a Berry Street vehicle.
The role will focus on the provision of intensive levels of support and case management to young people aged 12 –18 who are most “at risk” in the community. These young people are subject to statutory orders either with Child Protection or Youth Justice, and Berry Street provides the contracted case management in accordance with case planning and Children’s Court directions.
We are seeking a passionate Case Manager to join our ICMS team to advocate for vulnerable children and young people, helping them find stability and thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver contracted case management services as per Children’s Court directions.
- Assist children, young people, and families in reducing risks and achieving stability.
- Maintain connections with family, extended family, and support networks.
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
- Advocate for children, young people, and families to ensure access to necessary resources.
About You
The successful applicant will have experience in outreach support and/or case management with young people. You will be required to have the capacity to understand, work and support young people, their family, carers and networks within a community environment and the skills to engage, negotiate and advocate.
- A preferred Bachelor level qualification in Community Services, Education, Social Work or similar field is required for this role.
- Relevant experience working in case management.
- You will be a quick learner with high energy and commitment to your clients, yet able to work within the parameters of the role.
- Experience undertaking contracted case management within DFFH, Child Protection or another similar agency will be looked on favourably.
Berry Street Benefits
- $15,900 pa (pro rata) Salary Packaging + Additional Salary Packaging for meals/accommodation
- 17.5% leave loading
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program, with access for staff's immediate family
How to Apply Submit your resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria for the role by Midday, 8 July 2025
Contact Information
Queries to Kelly Gretton, Team Leader ICMS - 0429 482 084
Please Note; the successful applicant will be subject to comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a Working with Children Check and National and International Police check if required and Workers Carer Exclusion Scheme clearance if applicable.
Berry Street is committed to being a child safe, child friendly and child empowering organisation. In everything we do we seek to protect children. We are committed to the cultural safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children; children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds; children with a disability; children who identify as LGBTQIA+. We aim to ensure every individual is treated with dignity and respect regardless of their cultural background, ability, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, spirituality or religion.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.
