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Immigration Senior Case Manager

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 134578

 

Location

NSW; ACT; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA 

 

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

 

Classification

APS Level 6 - $90,199.00 and $103,770.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Contact Officer

Roz Horder on 07 3136 7592 or roz.horder@homeaffairs.gov.au  

 

Office Arrangements

Flexible; Hybrid  - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

Applications close on 09/01/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill 3 immediate position/s. 

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

 

Immigration | Character Cancellation & Case Res | Resettlement & Support Programs | Visa case management

 

Senior Case Managers will focus on supporting client reintegration into the community, and connecting individuals with appropriate resources and supports. Through active engagement and positive interactions, Senior Case Managers will support visa holders in adjusting to community living. 

A range of case management and risk assessment tools will be utilised to support engagement and case management and will work actively with community providers to support clients access accommodation, employment, healthcare, community welfare assistance and rehabilitation services. 

Senior Case Managers will be the Department's connection to the visa holder and will develop professional relationships with the person. Clients, including vulnerable individuals with complex issues, will receive the appropriate degree of individualised support. This role involves engagement with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to monitor, coordinate and manage holistic support and overcome barriers to successful community reintegration and achievement of a status resolution outcome.

 

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force

 

Our ideal candidate

 

APS6 Senior Case Managers undertake a broad range of job functions and perform a supervisory role, including supervising teams of Case Managers. They will case manage a small case load of visa holders who have complex issues, coordinate and facilitate case conferences, and address and resolve issues impacting a client's reintegration into the community and achieving status resolution outcomes. Senior Case Managers are required to work directly with clients, building productive relationships, while assessing community safety risks posed by the individual.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

  • Ability to interpret and apply legislation and policy to support case management efforts and resolve highly complex status resolution outcomes

  • Ability to adapt communication style to a client or situation - well-developed interpersonal skills to facilitate and promote positive interactions with clients, peers and stakeholders

  • Ability to work quickly, manage competing priorities effectively and meet tight deadlines

  • Initiative, flexibility, resourcefulness, resilience and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

  • Have well developed interpersonal, stakeholder management, liaison and negotiation skills.

 

Additional information

 

  • Displays integrity and a high ethical standard, is self-aware and accountable for own actions

  • Ability to synthesise complex information and problem solve with sound judgement

  • Ability to build and sustain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, with cultural awareness and acumen

  • Ability to provide support and guidance to team members in a constantly changing, complex and politically sensitive environment

  • Critical thinking and evidence based decision making

  • Managing cases and caseloads

  • Interviewing and questioning skills, including interview planning, risk management and de-escalation

  • Strong leadership skills including the provision of feedback and performance management of staff

  • Stakeholder engagement skills, including liaising, influencing and negotiating with clients, ABF, Departmental and external stakeholders

  • Due to the responsibilities associated with the Case Manager role, you are expected to be present in the office three days a week and work from home two days a week.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 09/01/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST  – Late applications will not be accepted.

 

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

 

  • How your skills, knowledge, and experience match the role referring to the APS6 core capabilities 

  • Why you are interested in working in Immigration Group and what you can offer us

  • Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role

 

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 134578 in the document footer.

 

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

 

Eligibility

 

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

 

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
 

  • ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
  • Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.
     

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.  

 

Diversity and inclusion

 

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

 

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

 

Technical assistance

 

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Notes

 

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

 

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

 

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

 

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.

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