Regional NSW Child Protection Caseworker | Flexible Work

NSW Department of Communities and Justice; Moree; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Competitive pay and benefits

Training and development opportunities

Health & Wellbeing programs

Job summary

NSW Department of Communities and Justice is recruiting for a Child Protection Caseworker in Moree. You will respond to safety concerns for children and work with families, partners and other agencies to build safety plans and support services.

The role involves home visits, risk assessments and court proceedings, with emphasis on collaboration and complex problem solving. Essential requirements include a relevant social work degree (or near completion), excellent communication, a valid driver's

Qualifications

• Including a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in social work, social science or welfare with practical experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships.
• A valid driver’s licence (P1 or above) and a paid Working with Children clearance.

Responsibilities

• Respond to reports about safety concerns surrounding children or young people who may have been harmed.
• Work sensitively and respectfully with parents, family members, children or young people.
• Collaborate with other agencies and engage in complex problem solving.
• Assist families in forming goals addressing safety and well-being, including home visits.
• Develop safety plans and complete risk assessments.
• Manage cases with high needs and high-risk clients and attend court.
• Be involved in court processes, including preparation of court documents and attending court.

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Resilience

Complex problem solving

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in social work, social science or welfare

Job description

NSW Department of Communities and Justice is recruiting for a Child Protection Caseworker in Moree. You will respond to safety concerns for children and work with families, partners and other agencies to build safety plans and support services.

The role involves home visits, risk assessments and court proceedings, with emphasis on collaboration and complex problem solving. Essential requirements include a relevant social work degree (or near completion), excellent communication, a valid driver's