Aboriginal Child Protection Caseworker - Build Futures

NSW Department of Communities and Justice; Griffith; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible, autonomous work environment

Health & Wellbeing programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

NSW Department of Communities and Justice is seeking an Aboriginal Child Protection Caseworker in the Murrumbidgee region. The role focuses on safety, wellbeing, and cultural connection for children and families, with strong community engagement and collaboration with partner agencies.

You will manage complex cases, develop safety plans, and participate in court processes and supervision, while upholding Aboriginal cultural supervision and community standards.

Qualifications

• A relevant diploma or degree qualification is preferred.
• Applicants without a relevant qualification require at least two years’ experience working with vulnerable children, young people and their families.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with the Aboriginal community, supported by excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A paid Working with Children clearance is required.
• Documented verification of Aboriginality confirming Aboriginal descent and identification.

Responsibilities

• Work sensitively and respectfully with parents, family members, children or young people.
• Work in partnership with other agencies and engage in complex problem solving.
• Walk alongside families to set goals that build on their strengths, addressing safety and well-being concerns, and provide appropriate assistance through home visits.
• Develop safety plans and complete risk assessments.
• Manage cases and situations including working with high needs and high-risk clients and their families.
• Be involved in court processes, including the preparation of court documents and attending court.
• Participate in individual and group supervision.
• Participate in Aboriginal cultural supervision.

Skills

Cultural awareness

Communication skills

Relationship building

Driver's license

Working with Children clearance

Education

Diploma or degree preferred

Job description

NSW Department of Communities and Justice is seeking an Aboriginal Child Protection Caseworker in the Murrumbidgee region. The role focuses on safety, wellbeing, and cultural connection for children and families, with strong community engagement and collaboration with partner agencies.

You will manage complex cases, develop safety plans, and participate in court processes and supervision, while upholding Aboriginal cultural supervision and community standards.