Child Protection Caseworker - Flexible, Autonomous Role

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Training and development

Health & wellbeing programs

Annual leave loading

Job summary

NSW Department of Communities and Justice in the Illawarra/Shoalhaven region seeks a Child Protection Caseworker to respond to safety concerns and support families to keep children safe at home.

You will work with agencies, develop safety plans, conduct risk assessments, and may appear in court. Essential: social work degree, strong communication, valid driver’s licence, and WWCC clearance; ongoing role with competitive pay and professional development.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build positive working relationships.
• Experience working with vulnerable children, families or in social services.

Responsibilities

• Respond to reports about safety concerns surrounding children or young people.
• Work collaboratively with other agencies and engage in complex problem solving.
• Assist families in formulating goals and addressing safety and well-being through home visits.
• Develop safety plans and complete risk assessments.
• Manage cases with high needs and high-risk clients and families.
• Be involved in court processes and attend hearings.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Driver's licence

WWCC clearance

Education

Bachelor's or Master in Social Work

Job description

NSW Department of Communities and Justice in the Illawarra/Shoalhaven region seeks a Child Protection Caseworker to respond to safety concerns and support families to keep children safe at home.

You will work with agencies, develop safety plans, conduct risk assessments, and may appear in court. Essential: social work degree, strong communication, valid driver’s licence, and WWCC clearance; ongoing role with competitive pay and professional development.