Case Manager - Wardli-ana

About the role – Maximum Term Full Time Contract until 30^th June 2027

As a Case Manager within our Aboriginal-designed Wardli-ana model, you’ll work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members at risk of or experiencing homelessness, contributing to a truly restorative and culturally accountable approach.

Key responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

• With an understanding of collective culture, build safe, trusting and consistent relationships with Aboriginal clients and their community members
• Seek opportunities to collaborate with partner Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations in the delivery of client work, ensuring client’s identity is honoured and supported
• Provide early intervention and assessment to navigate the homeless systems and applications

About you:

You’re a compassionate and community-minded professional who values cultural connection, collaboration, and inclusion. With experience in case management or community services, you build trust quickly, listen deeply, and empower others to achieve positive change. You’re driven by purpose and ready to be part of a team that’s working together to end homelessness in South Australia.

You will also have the following skills and experience:

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Services (e.g., Social Work, Youth Work, Psychology, Community Development) or Diploma in the related field of study
• Extensive relevant experience maybe considered in lieu of qualifications
• Experience in the following areas: Cultural Planning, Relationship Mapping, Alcohol and Other Drugs, Mental Health, Domestic and Family Violence, Aboriginal Health.
• Experience working with Aboriginal people and communities in the provision of support services

Why work with us?

Baptist Care SA offers a flexible and supportive environment where you are encouraged to be the best version of yourself.

You’ll also receive:

• A competitive salary on the SCHADS Award (Level 4) + super
• Salary Packaging: Access up to $15,900 tax-free, plus $2,650 annually via Meal and Entertainment Card, and novated vehicle leasing.
• A corporate health plan with BUPA offering discounted health insurance 
• Free counselling for you and your family through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Support cultural and community obligations, including up to five days Paid Cultural Leave

We do not accept applications via email, however, for more information, please see our website, or reach out to Talent Acquisition at recruitment@baptistcaresa.org.au for a confidential discussion.

All staff are required to work within our code of conduct and undergo relevant pre-employment checks as part of our commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people.

Baptist Care SA is proud to be working towards uniting with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptcare (VIC, TAS), to create a newly merged national care organisation committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together, we are building on a shared history of care and compassion, expanding our reach, and strengthening our mission to help people live well with dignity and purpose.