Career Opportunities within Nova
Case Worker - Fixed Term Contract
About us and what we offer
Nova for Women and Children is a leading community services organisation that provides outreach support and crisis accommodation options to women and children across the Newcastle and Lake Macquarie regions who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness, or who are escaping family and domestic violence.
Nova for Women and Children has been operating in Newcastle for approximately 38 years.
Nova for Women and Children offers a supportive culture and attractive conditions of employment, including:
- above Award salary and conditions;
- 9 day per fortnight working pattern;
- weekly wellbeing hour;
- ongoing professional development opportunities;
- thank you days;
- salary packaging benefits; and
- Employee Assistance Program.
About the role
As a Case Worker, you will be responsible for providing support to women and their children impacted by domestic violence or experiencing homelessness. This will be done by case managing a group of clients, focusing on housing issues and addressing the barriers to gain and sustain housing stability, improve social inclusion and encourage participation in the community all of which aims to provide positive outcomes for clients.
About you
- Relevant tertiary qualifications
- Demonstrated experience working with women and children
- Passion for supporting women and children in our community
- Comprehensive knowledge of local community services.
- Great communication skills
- National Police Check
- Current NSW Driver’s Licence
- Working With Children Check
- COVID-19 Vaccination is a condition of employment in accordance with Nova's COVID-19 Management Plan
How to apply
You must request an information pack by emailing nova@novawomen.org.au with Case Worker – in the subject line.
Applications can be submitted by emailing nova@novawomen.org.au including Case Worker Application in the subject line. In order to progress your application, it must include:
- Cover Letter addressing the General Position Requirements
- CV
Apply now. Interviews are occurring as applications are received.