Case Worker (Experienced)

SCHADS Above Award Salary Grade 4 - $88,980 per annum plus super Relocation assistance offered up to $3000 plus subsidised accommodationEnjoy vibrant culture, stunning waters, and unique wildlife of Tiwi IslandsCatholicCare NT Employee BenefitsAbove award SalarySix Weeks Annual Leave plus Two Weeks Personal LeaveSalary packaging option (up to an additional $15,900 p/a)Staff rewards program with savings and discounts at over 450 well known retailersAccess to Wellbeing Centre providing support to a healthier and happier lifeRelocation assistance offered up to $3,000 plus subsidised accommodationAbout CatholicCare NTCatholicCare NT is a Territory wide NGO with place based services across Darwin, Palmerston, Katherine, Tennant Creek, Alice Springs, Wadeye, Daly River, Tiwi Islands, Jabiru and Southeast Alice Springs.We provide a broad range of family counselling and support, financial wellbeing, domestic and family violence programs, housing, aged care advocacy, AOD, mental health, employment, and community development programs.About The RoleCatholicCare NT provides integrated Financial Counselling, Capability and Resilience hubs throughout the NT. Our model is led by a team of FWC workers that comprise of Financial Counsellors, and FWC Case workers, who contribute to improved outcomes for vulnerable people, families, and communitiesThe Case Worker is responsible for assisting individuals, families and communities who are struggling with financial literacy issues and concerns in order for the program to meet its objectives.This position has a particular focus on working alongside clients to address the issues creating financial hardship, and work collaboratively with other key stakeholders to remove obstacles to financial wellbeing and capability. This includes financial literacy education, information, coaching, and maintaining a strong focus on supporting people to change their behaviour.What We Are Looking ForRelevant qualifications in Financial Planning, Social Work or Welfare and/or equivalent experience in a similar role.Relevant experience in case management within vulnerable communities Strong interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to engage with vulnerable people with complex challengesPrevious experience with working and living in remote communities and demonstrated knowledge of community development principals and engagement techniquesDemonstrated cultural competency, particularly in working with Indigenous peopleHow To ApplyFor a full role description including key selection criteria, please visit our careers website. www.catholiccarent.org.au/current-vacancies/Applications Close: 9am Tuesday 09 December 2025Interviews on: Rolling interviewsApplications for this position may be closed earlier than anticipated or extended at the discretion of the hiring manager.Applications only progress if made directly through our CatholicCare NT website. Expressions of interest from third party job boards will not be considered.TIWI ISLANDComprising Bathurst and Melville Islands, with a population of around 2500, the Tiwi Islands are only 80km north of Darwin. The islands are home to the Tiwi people, who have a strong affiliation with their land and a distinctive culture and language. There are school and medical facilities on the islands and regular plane, passenger ferry and barge services operating from Darwin.The Tiwi Islands are known as 'the islands of smiles'. The Tiwi people are internationally renowned for their individual style of art including carvings and bright textile designs. Prized by collectors, many Tiwi artists have exhibited around the world.Safeguarding Children & Young PeopleCatholicCare NT is committed to maintaining zero tolerance of child abuse and neglect, and the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people who access our activities, programs, services and facilities.Employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory National police check and Working with Children (Ochre) Card, together with Social Media and Adverse Media Check.If you have resided in an overseas country for 12 months or more in the past 10 years, this position requires you to complete an International Criminal History check (ICHC) prior to your employment commencement date. The outcome of the initial screening check must be satisfactory.