Casework Support Worker

Location

Armidale

Position Type

Full Time

Service

Out of Home Care

Pathfinders

Pathfinders’ Out of Home Care Program provides a safe and nurturing environment for young people who are in need of alternative accommodation due to being unable to live with their parents or foster carers.

We are currently looking for a Full Time Casework Support Worker based in Armidale, covering the Armidale and Tamworth region. Travel is an expectation for this role.

Role of the Casework Support

The role of a Casework Support Worker is organising daily priorities which directly support the day to day work of the caseworkers, as allocated by the direct manager, and contribute to keeping children, young people and families safe by undertaking tasks which support case planning and documentation, referrals and appointments, case visits and day to day team priorities.

The role also requires some discretionary decision making in relation to observing and reporting behaviours of children, young people and families in contact visits and other activities where risk and safety are an issue.

This position is Level 4 and Pay Point 1 under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award ( “the SCHADS Award”)

How to Apply

When applying, please ensure you include a Resume and a Cover Letter addressing the key selection criteria that is set out in the job package. Applications should be lodged by email to ***email_hidden*** and addressed to the Corporate Services Team.

To view the job package please visit our website www.pathfinders.ngo

Applicants who do not provide all of the above will not be considered for an interview.

Applications close Friday 10th July 2026

Why Join Pathfinders?

• Impactful work – You will play a crucial role in supporting the organisation in its mission to deliver support to families, individuals and children to overcome various social issues.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Salary Packaging – up to $15,900 for living expenses and an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses each year tax free for permanent employees.
• Access to a Health Well being hub
• Fitness Passport – access to subsidised gym membership for you and your family through the fitness passport program

For further information, please contact The Corporate Services team via email at ***email_hidden***