Regional Child Protection Caseworker:Impact & Collaboration

NSW Department of Communities and Justice; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working conditions

Competitive pay and conditions

Training and development opportunities

Health & Wellbeing Programs

Job summary

NSW Department of Communities and Justice in Port Macquarie is seeking a JCPRP Caseworker to assess safety and risk for children and young people within a multi-disciplinary service model.

The role requires frontline experience in statutory child protection and a degree in Social Work or related fields, with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Relocation may be supported as part of regional NSW opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' frontline experience in statutory child protection services.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work, Social Science and Welfare (or related) with practical experience.
• Other related degrees considered with relevant knowledge and experience.
• Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander with strong community connection.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver’s licence (P1 or above).
• Paid Working with Children clearance number.

Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments to identify and address safety and risk concerns for children and young people.
• Engage in collaborative, child-focused practice respectful of culture and context.
• Source timely, accurate information and make evidence-based decisions.
• Model ethical casework responsive to changing needs.
• Build relationships with partners to deliver holistic services.
• Develop networks with JCPRP and other stakeholders.
• Participate in continuous learning to keep practice knowledge current.
• Maintain accurate client records for reporting and information sharing.
• Have difficult conversations to mitigate risks and enhance safety.
• Initiate action in the Children’s Court when required.

Skills

Frontline experience

Communication skills

Driver's license

Self-management

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Social Work/related

Job description

NSW Department of Communities and Justice in Port Macquarie is seeking a JCPRP Caseworker to assess safety and risk for children and young people within a multi-disciplinary service model.

The role requires frontline experience in statutory child protection and a degree in Social Work or related fields, with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Relocation may be supported as part of regional NSW opportunities.