Case Worker - Reintegration

About Centrecare

Centrecare is a non-profit organization employing over 300 staff and dedicated to providing quality professional counselling, support, accommodation, mediation, and training services. It operates across more than 11 locations in Perth metropolitan, Goldfields, and South West regions.

Program Overview

The Reintegration and Parenting program assists individuals up to six months before and twelve months after their release from prison. Services include transport, temporary housing, parenting, and family support, focusing primarily on planning for reentry as a voluntary program.

Position Summary

The Case Worker will engage with incarcerated clients and support them post-release in the community, undertaking tasks such as:

• Visiting clients during incarceration.
• Conducting group sessions within prison settings.
• Assisting clients with home visits in the Kalgoorlie area.
• Transporting clients to their home communities, potentially up to 1500 km away.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering excellent reentry services for clients exiting prison.
• Meeting goals and outcomes of Re-Entry funded initiatives.
• Assisting the Program Manager and Team Leader in service planning, implementation, evaluation, and coordination including leading group education sessions.
• Offering outreach support to clients and families across the Goldfields region, possibly involving community events and targeted group work.
• Participating in case management alongside internal and external agencies.
• Providing client referrals as needed.
• As a Level 5 Case Worker, leveraging a minimum of three years' senior experience to mentor staff and support team leadership.

Essential Selection Criteria

• A Bachelor's degree or higher in Community Services, Psychology, Social Work, Social Sciences, Aboriginal Studies, or relevant fields.
• At least three years of experience working with Aboriginal individuals, families, and communities, especially in remote areas of Western Australia.
• Strong skills in casework and assessments, maintaining accurate and confidential records.
• Experience working with offenders, supporting service access, and fostering engagement with external agencies.
• Possession of a valid National Police Certificate (within 12 months).
• Working With Children Check or eligibility to obtain one.
• Valid Western Australia Driver's licence and access to own vehicle for outreach activities.

Benefits

• Inclusion of regional zone allowance in the salary package.
• Accommodation support of $300 per week for a duration of 12 weeks.
• Access to discounted health insurance through Bupa and Medibank Private.
• Salary packaging options up to $15,900 to increase net income.
• Annual leave loading calculated at 17.5%.
• Additional 10 days leave annually on a pro-rata basis.
• Extensive training and professional development opportunities.
• Insurance coverage for commute to and from work.
• Employee Assistance Program available.
• Cultural support provided for Aboriginal staff through Cultural Leads.

Additional Information

Applications close on 2 October 2026. Shortlisting will begin as applications are received, with potential early position closure. For inquiries, contact Human Resources at (08) 9288 2244.

Centrecare is committed to child safety with zero tolerance for abuse, neglect, and exploitation. The organization embraces diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from First Nations people, culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, and persons with disabilities. Reasonable adjustments can be requested during application.

Centrecare supports the Uluru Statement from the Heart and is dedicated to fostering inclusivity and Closing the Gap initiatives. Aboriginal employees receive cultural support through designated Cultural Leads.