RJCP Case Managers
Job No:
55420
Location:
Tennant Creek, NT
- Work within the RJCP Program with one of Australia's Aboriginal organisation success stories!
- Make your mark within an organisation that is making a real difference in the Tennant Creek Aboriginal community!
- Extremely attractive remuneration + excellent benefits - relocation assistance, salary sacrifice options, 5 weeks leave & more!
About the Organisation
Julalikari Council Aboriginal Corporation (JCAC) is an Aboriginal community service organisation governed by Julalikari Council, an elected body representing the Aboriginal community of Tennant Creek, NT. JCAC’s constitution directs the operations of the organisation with a general strategy to alleviate poverty and improve the well-being of the Aboriginal community of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region.
JCAC is the largest employer in the Barkly region, offering RJCP services to 1,000 people in Tennant Creek, Barkly North and Barkly South. JCAC employs about 110 permanent staff. This is one of the success stories of Aboriginal organisations across Australia.
About Tennant Creek, NT
Tennant Creek is a township of about 3,500 people, located 500 km north of Alice Springs and 1,000 kilometres south of Darwin. It’s a place shaped by Aboriginal culture, gold mining and pastoralism. The surrounding area is called the Barkly Tablelands, a region roughly the size of the United Kingdom, and characterised by wide grassy plains, endless blue sky and massive cattle stations.
The traditional owners of the area surrounding Tennant Creek are the Warumungu people and their culture is very much alive and well, with Aboriginals making up approximately 60% of the population, and over ten language groups represented in the town. Their stories are showcased in one of Australia's finest cultural centres, Nyinkka Nyunyu. Tennant Creek has developed from its rough, tough droving and gold mining days into a modern town with shops and a supermarket, accommodation, bars, clubs and restaurants, a major regional hospital, schools and banking facilities.
The recent expansion of the mining industry in the region has largely been on Aboriginal land, meaning that there are now exciting and challenging opportunities for training, employment and economic development. This includes opportunities for increased tourism in the recently established national parks in the region and the resurgence of cultural events such as the Desert Harmony Week each year.
About the Remote Jobs and Communities Program (RJCP)
The Remote Jobs and Communities Program (RJCP) is the Australian Government’s approach to providing employment services and participation activities and associated community engagement in remote Australia. The RJCP commenced on 1 July 2013. The program aims to achieve personal, social and economic development through active participation, jobs and strong communities in remote Australia.
RJCP is based on community ownership and involvement; it encourages and promotes collaborative, community-driven approaches to conducting employment and participation activities.
About the Opportunities
Julalikari Council Aboriginal Corporation (JCAC) has exciting opportunities for RJCP Case Managers to join their supportive team at Tennant Creek.
Reporting to the RJCP Manager, you will be responsible for providing customer service and support to job seekers participation in the RJCP to assist them in gaining the necessary training and skills needed for full time employment. Additionally, you'll assist clients to implement their employment pathway plans and provide follow up support to ensure the clients comply with job seeker requirements.
More specifically, your key responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):
- Managing the day-to-day needs of clients participating in the RJCP;
- Utilising best practice case management procedures to assist clients in achieving employment and training outcomes;
- Ensuring that clients are regularly assessed and their progress is regularly monitored, evaluated and recorded;
- Ensuring RJCP clients complete employment pathway plans and adhere to participation requirements; and
- Liaising with training providers and employers regarding the needs of your clients.
To be considered, you'll have extensive knowledge and experience in Case Management ideally coupled with strong knowledge and experience in the Employment and Training Sectors.
Julalikari Council Aboriginal Corporation is looking for a customer service focused Case Manager who is culturally sensitive and able to communicate effectively with Indigenous people. You'll also have solid administrative and problem solving skills and will be highly organised which will ensure your ability to manage a diverse range of duties including job seeker claim processes.
While not essential, candidates with qualifications in Community Development or Community Services and/or those with a demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service will be highly regarded.
A current driver's licence, NT Police Criminal History Check and an Ochre Card is essential to be considered for this role.
About the Benefits
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
If you're looking for a challenging and varied role where you can really commit yourself to a dynamic work environment and make a positive difference in the community - this is the role for you!
You will be rewarded for your dedication, passion and commitment with a competitive salary (negotiable based on qualifications and experience) plus a range of further benefits, including:
- Relocation assistance;
- Generous salary sacrifice options;
- 5 weeks annual leave; and
- Remote Area tax breaks.
Take on this new challenge while being supported by a dynamic and passionate team who are focused on providing an exceptionally high level of service.
Get ready to be challenged and rewarded when you join this dynamic organisation! Apply Now!
Please note: Due to the nature of this role, Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.