Caseworker, Permanency Support Program - Wagga Wagga

Care South AU; Wagga Wagga City Council; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Discount

Gym Membership (Fitness Passport)

Flare Rewards

Employee Assistance Program

Concessional Leave

Job summary

CareSouth is seeking a Caseworker to join our team in Wagga Wagga on a fixed-term basis up to 30 June 2027. This role offers either full-time or part-time hours, with responsibilities across the child protection spectrum and opportunities to support safety, healing and positive family outcomes.

You will build meaningful relationships with children, families and community partners, demonstrate commitment to safeguarding, and work autonomously within a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• A Degree in Social Work or Psychology or Diploma in Social Sciences/Social Welfare or equivalent qualification, or working towards one.
• Demonstrated understanding of issues facing vulnerable children and their families.
• Sound interpersonal, facilitation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a high-performing team.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective community networks.
• Demonstrated high level verbal and written communications skills.
• Understanding and commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity and NSW Child Protection.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Willing to undergo National Police Clearance and NSW Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Work across the child protection spectrum from family preservation to adoption.
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families and community partners.
• Collaborate with colleagues and partners to support positive and sustainable outcomes.
• Contribute to safety planning and case management under NSW Child Protection guidelines.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Conflict resolution

Autonomy

Community networking

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Social Work or Psychology

Diploma in Social Sciences/Social Welfare

Working towards qualification

Job description

• Current driver’s licence.

Applications close: 6 October 2026.

Employment Type: Full-time or Part-time up to30 June 2027
Location: Wagga Wagga

• Above Award Rate +12% Super + SalarySacrifice up to $15,900 a year
• Exclusive gym memberships & other savings via ourrewards program
• Employee Assistance Program for you and family +tailored clinical support

About CareSouth

CareSouth is a not-for-profitorganisation offering services in Early Intervention, Foster Care,Specialist Youth Support Services and a range of NDIS DisabilityServices.

CareSouth's vision is to create apositive future for children, young people, individuals, familiesand communities, providing opportunities in which people canenhance their quality of life. We have offices across theIllawarra, South Coast, Goulburn, Wagga Wagga, Griffith andDeniliquin.

About the Role

CareSouth is seeking a Caseworker to join our team in WaggaWagga on either a full-time or part-time basis, in a fixed-termposition up to 30 June 2027.

At CareSouth we strive to encourage safety, healing andconnection through healthy relationships. Supporting families,children and young people is core to our values.

As a Caseworker you will be a part of a team which worksdynamically across the child protection spectrum, from familypreservation, permanency support, restoration and adoption.

You will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationshipswith children, young people and families, while working alongsidecolleagues and community partners to support positive andsustainable outcomes.

What yo uneed to be successful in your role:

• Demonstrate a commitment to the safety of children, youngpeople and people with a disability.
• A Degree in Social Work or Psychology or Diploma in SocialSciences/Social Welfare or equivalent qualification, or workingtowards one.
• Demonstrated understanding of the issues facing vulnerablechildren and their families.
• Sound interpersonal, facilitation and conflict resolutionskills.
• Ability to work autonomously and as a part of a highperforming team.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effectivecommunity networks.
• Demonstrated high level verbal and written communicationskills.
• Understanding and commitment to Equal EmploymentOpportunity, Work Health and Safety, Cultural issues and theNSW Child Protection system.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Willing to undergo a National Police Clearance, and obtaina (NSW) Working with Children Check clearance number and NDISWorkers Clearance.

What we can offer you

We believe in taking care of our team. Along with above Awardrates, we offer the below benefits to help you feel supported, stayhealthy, and grow in your career:

• Health Insurance Discount:Enjoy agenerous discount on retail health insurance.
• Fitness Passport Gym Membership:Stayactive and energised with discounted gym memberships for youand your family.
• Flare Rewards:Access exclusivesavings on food, entertainment, and more through our Rewardspartnership program.
• Employee Assistance Program(EAP):Free, confidential and independentEmployee Assistance Program, including access to physical,mental and financial supports.
• Concessional Leave:Complimentaryleave over the Christmas period.

Applications close: 6 October 2026.

Suitableapplicants will berequired toundergorelevant pre-employment checks.

Contact

If you have any questions, contact Nicolle Dyson, Manager Child & Family Services on 1300 554 ***.

Attachments

• - F-PC-127 - Position Description CW-PSP - Level 5.pdf