Child Safety & Family Support Officer

Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety in Ipswich is seeking a dedicated professional to deliver high quality, culturally appropriate child protection services to children, families and carers.

You will support statutory child protection practice within a strength-based, safety-oriented framework, assisting with family connection activities, placement visits, administration tasks and home visiting to promote positive outcomes for vulnerable individuals.

Qualifications

• Responsibilities focus on child protection practice within a team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure service delivery aligns with departmental policies and objectives.
• Provide culturally appropriate prevention, early intervention and family support strategies.
• Consult with stakeholders to design and maintain individualised service plans linking clients to services.
• Liaise with families, community agencies and government departments.
• Participate as a team member in a multidisciplinary team.
• Develop knowledge relevant to the role and engage in learning and development.
• Prepare reports and maintain clear case records per case management requirements.
• Enhance regional community by promoting excellence in service delivery.

Job description

Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety in Ipswich is seeking a dedicated professional to deliver high quality, culturally appropriate child protection services to children, families and carers.

You will support statutory child protection practice within a strength-based, safety-oriented framework, assisting with family connection activities, placement visits, administration tasks and home visiting to promote positive outcomes for vulnerable individuals.