Regional Aboriginal Child Protection Caseworker

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

Job summary

The NSW Department of Communities and Justice is seeking Aboriginal Child Protection Caseworkers to support families and children in regional NSW, through home visits, risk assessments and court involvement.

You will work with partner agencies to develop safety plans, address wellbeing concerns, and help build safe, culturally connected homes. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• A relevant diploma or degree qualification is preferred.
• Applicants without a relevant qualification require at least two years' experience working with vulnerable children, young people and their families.
• The ability to build positive working relationships with the Aboriginal community, supported by excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A valid driver's licence.
• A paid working with children clearance number.
• Documented verification of Aboriginality - confirming that you are an Aboriginal person of Aboriginal descent and that you identify as being Aboriginal.

Responsibilities

• Work sensitively and respectfully with parents, family members, children or young people
• Work in partnership with other agencies and engage in complex problem solving
• Walk alongside families to set goals that build on their strengths, 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
• Participate in Aboriginal cultural supervision

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Cultural competence

Education

Diploma or degree (preferred)

Job description

The NSW Department of Communities and Justice is seeking Aboriginal Child Protection Caseworkers to support families and children in regional NSW, through home visits, risk assessments and court involvement.

You will work with partner agencies to develop safety plans, address wellbeing concerns, and help build safe, culturally connected homes. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.