Child Protection Caseworker - New England

NSW Department of Communities and Justice; Moree; On-site; AUD 89,934 - 116,969; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible, autonomous work environment

Health & Wellbeing Programs

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

The NSW Department of Communities and Justice is looking for a Child Protection Caseworker in Moree, New South Wales. The role involves working sensitively with families and children, conducting risk assessments, and managing high-need clients. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work is preferred. The position offers a competitive salary range of $89,934 to $116,969 annually, flexible work environment, and opportunities for training and development.

Qualifications

• Preferred completed or in your final semester of a relevant degree.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with vulnerable children.
• A valid driver's licence (P1 or above).
• A paid working with children clearance number.

Responsibilities

• Work sensitively and respectfully with families and children.
• Assist families in setting goals and addressing safety concerns.
• Develop safety plans and conduct risk assessments.
• Manage cases involving high needs clients.
• Prepare court documents and attend court when necessary.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to build positive working relationships

Resilience

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work, Social Science and Welfare

Job description

Child Protection Caseworker – New England

Employment type: Ongoing

Salary: $89,934 – $116,969 pa plus superannuation and annual leave loading

What You’ll Do

• Work sensitively and respectfully with parents, family members, children or young people
• Work collaboratively with other agencies and engage in complex problem solving
• Assist families in formulating goals that align with their needs, 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

Being a Child Protection Caseworker can be difficult. Sometimes, you may have to make tough decisions with families to help them overcome hardships in order to be able to care for their children and develop safe and loving homes.

What We’re Looking For

To be a Child Protection Caseworker you need to be confident, curious and resilient.

The Essential Requirements Include

• Preferred completed or in your final semester of a Bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work, Social Science and Welfare along with practical experience. (If you are in your final semester of university you will not be able to commence on duty if successful until you have completed your degree)
• Other related degrees are considered, if you can demonstrate your knowledge, skills and experience working with vulnerable children, young people and families
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to build positive working relationships
• A valid driver’s licence (P1 or above)
• A paid working with children clearance number

What We Offer

• A challenging and rewarding career
• Flexible, autonomous work environment
• Competitive pay and conditions
• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.