CatholicCare Social Services Hunter-Manning is a not-for-profit organisation and an agency of the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle. We offer whole-of-community support and empowerment options to those in need regardless of religion, age, gender, physical and intellectual capacity, or ethnicity.
We work together with local communities to build a stronger, fairer, and kinder society that values children, young people, families and individuals.
Job Description
The Opportunity:
CatholicCare is looking for a Project Officer to enhance service delivery, streamline processes, and support compliance reporting. This role is integral to researching, consulting, and developing evidence-based, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive practices across CatholicCare PSP, SIL and aftercare programmes.
You will play a key role in process improvement and project management, ensuring data integrity while contributing to compliance reporting. You will also be responsible for supporting the PSP, SIL and aftercare teams though training and support in using new systems and adapting to systems improvements. Our team works collaboratively to provide support as you develop greater autonomy in the role.
This part-time position (20 hours per week) offers flexibility, professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a mission-driven organisation.
If you’re passionate about driving positive change in social services, we’d love to hear from you!
Desired Skills and Experience
Experience/Criteria
A working knowledge of the legislation, policies and standards relevant to child protection, statutory out-of-home-care, the permanency support program and child safe organisations.
Ability to deliver accountable, collaborative and evidence-based practice that respects the culture and context of children, young people, their family and community.
Sound understanding and ability to apply best practice child development, trauma and attachment theory to case planning.
Ability to maintain timely, accurate and relevant records for reporting and information sharing.
A demonstrated commitment to work to meet the needs of children, young people, their family and Foster carers.
Significant experience in the provision of social services is desirable however applicants must be willing to complete formal training and obtain role specific training.
Excellent communication, teamwork skills and ability to work independently and proactively.
Experience working with people from a CALD and ATSI background highly desirable
Qualifications
Tertiary qualifications, in Social Science, Social Work, Project Management, or related discipline with demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
Current driver’s licence.
Benefits of Working With Us
Directly contribute to improving the lives of many in the community;
Receive up to 3 additional days paid leave, between the Christmas and New Year period;
Paid parental leave;
Flexible working arrangements;
Staff Birthdays & Anniversary Recognition;
Ongoing training and development opportunities;
A great friendly environment of dedicated and passionate co-workers;
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport plus other employee benefits;
To Apply
Please provide a current copy of your Resume and a Cover Letter which addresses the two criterion points below:
Why you want this role and how it aligns with your career goals.
Your qualifications and experience in a similar position.
Applications close: 11:59pm Thursday 20th February 2025
Additional information
The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.
.png)