Case Worker

About Us

The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, whose values  it is to shape a more just and compassionate society. We believe our employees are key to our success and offer Learning and Development programs to enhance and grow your career across a range of teams and services. Our employees are recognised for their achievements and offered promotional opportunities on a meritocracy basis within a collegiate and values driven team environment and culture. The Society recognises the value of an inclusive work environment and believes that our diversity is a strength in the work we do with our local communities. 

Your Role

We're looking for a compassionate and motivated Case Worker to join our Homelessness & Housing team. In this rewarding role, you'll provide person-centred case management and practical support to individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability, helping them navigate challenges, access essential services and work towards long-term stability. Working within a supportive and collaborative team, you'll build trusted relationships with clients, advocate on their behalf and connect them with the resources and opportunities they need to rebuild their lives. Every day brings variety, purpose and the opportunity to create lasting positive outcomes for the people we serve. This role works across Liverpool, Fairfield and Bankstown.

Your Responsibility

• Provide trauma-informed case management and support to people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.


• Conduct client intake, assessments and develop individual case plans to achieve positive outcomes.


• Deliver crisis intervention, advocacy and referrals to appropriate internal and external support services.


• Undertake outreach and home visits where required to support clients in temporary or transitional accommodation.


• Build collaborative relationships with government agencies, community organisations and other service providers.


• Maintain accurate client records, case notes and service data in line with organisational and funding requirements.


• Support clients to access life skills, education, housing and community services that promote independence.


• Contribute to a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment that respects the dignity, rights and confidentiality of every client.


• Assist with the day-to-day operation of the service, including administrative tasks and supporting volunteers and students where required.


• Work collaboratively with your team to achieve service targets while contributing to continuous improvement and safe work practices.

You Will Need

• A Certificate IV in Community Services, Welfare or a related field (or be currently undertaking tertiary study).


• Experience supporting people experiencing homelessness or other vulnerable and marginalised communities.


• Knowledge of the complex issues contributing to homelessness, including mental health, family breakdown, alcohol and other drugs, and gambling.


• The ability to build strong relationships with clients, community organisations and government agencies.


• Excellent communication, interpersonal and administrative skills.


• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.


• Confidence working independently while contributing positively within a multidisciplinary team.


• Sound computer skills and experience maintaining accurate case records.


• The ability to remain calm, exercise sound judgement and respond effectively in crisis situations.


• A current NSW Driver Licence.

Desirable

• Experience working within a membership-based or not-for-profit organisation.

Apply Now

If this sounds like you, don’t wait - apply now, we are interviewing applications as we receive them.

If you have questions about this role, or require an easy read Position Description, please email [email protected] 

We offer:

• Supportive Team – Join a welcoming, values-driven team with a strong sense of community.


• Boost Your Take-Home Pay – Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses.


• Career Progression – Grow with clear pathways to leadership and internal opportunities.


• Learning & Development - On-demand training to support your professional growth. 


• Wellbeing Support –  EAP and wellness services to support your mental and physical well-being. 


• Inclusive Culture – Thrive in a diverse workplace with active RAP and DIAP programs.


• Leave Benefits – 5 days Sorry Business Leave , Mental Health/Wellbeing Day Off, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life. 

St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs and applicants of all ages. If you are a candidate with disability please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process.

The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, further information can be found in the Society’s commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks including a Police check & Working with Children check. A health / medical assessment may be required for some roles.