Child Protection Caseworker - Southern NSW

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Health & Wellbeing programs

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

NSW Department of Communities and Justice is seeking a Child Protection Caseworker in Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council. This ongoing position offers a salary between $89,934 and $116,969 annually, plus superannuation. The role involves working with vulnerable children and families, developing safety plans, and collaborating with various agencies. Applicants should have a relevant bachelor's or master's degree and excellent communication skills. We promote an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• Experienced working with vulnerable children and families.
• Ability to develop safety plans and risk assessments.
• Driver’s licence (P1 or above) required.

Responsibilities

• Work sensitively with families, children, and young people.
• Collaborate with other agencies for case management.
• Participate in court processes and preparation of documents.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work or related field

Job description

Child Protection Caseworker – Southern NSW

Batemans Bay, Bega, Cooma, Goulburn, Queanbeyan and Yass

Employment type: Ongoing

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

Your Role

DCJ is all about keeping families together so that children thrive at home. Our first priority is always the safety, welfare and wellbeing of the children or young person.

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

What We’re Looking For

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

Essential Requirements

• 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

Inclusion and Diversity

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.

Other Information

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.