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Are you passionate about empowering newly arrived communities to thrive in Australia?
We are seeking a dedicated Community Case Manager to join our Settlement Engagement and Transition Support (SETS) program. This unique role combines community engagement activities with case management providing both direct support to individuals and families, and building capacity across communities.

About the role

In this role, you will:

• Lead and deliver community engagement activities, that support individuals, families, and community groups to strengthen social, educational, and economic participation.
• Facilitate community led information sessions, community education programs, and capacity-building workshops with community members, leaders and stakeholders.
• Build strong partnerships with local organisations to enhance service access and community connections.
• Provide case management support to newly arrived humanitarian entrants and vulnerable migrants, including assessment, planning, and referral to essential services.
• Support clients to navigate cultural transitions, advocate on their behalf when needed, and encourage meaningful community engagement.

About you

You will bring:

• Experience in community engagement activities, particularly with diverse or newly arrived communities.
• Skills in case management, assessment, and referral pathways.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage people from a variety of cultural backgrounds.
• Strong organisational and facilitation skills, with confidence in delivering group education sessions.
• A tertiary qualification in Social Work, Community Services, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• A current Driver’s Licence, Working with Children Check, and National Police Check.

About Us

Uniting Communities is a leading not-for-profit organisation, working across South Australia through more than 90 community service programs. Our team of over 2000 staff and volunteers support and engage with more than 30,000 South Australians each year. We strive to build compassionate communities and great lives through community strengthening, quality service delivery and advocacy.

Why Work For Us?

• In addition to your salary, you can package up to $15,900 per year pre-tax and additionally a $2,650 Meals and Entertainment card. 
• How could working for a Not-For-Profit impact your take home pay? Visit our salary packaging provider for details - Access Pay
• 12 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave
• 1 Week Paid Cultural Leave for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Staff
• 1 Day of Community Engagement Leave

Check out our additional benefits at www.unitingcommunities.org

What Next?

Please attach a cover letter addressing the role and your passion for working in this field and a current resume.

We will be shortlisting and interviewing applicants as they are submitted. Apply early.

As an organisation, we are committed to protecting children, young people and vulnerable adults.  All staff are required to work within our code of conduct and undergo relevant pre-employment checks.

UC acknowledges that community members—particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse individuals, gender-diverse people, people with disabilities, older people, and those who have experienced social factors, including a history of living in out-of-home care—have valuable experiences to offer. Please contact us if you have questions about your suitability for a role, because we want you here.