Senior Child Protection Practitioner – Central Intake

WorkPac; Darwin; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

WorkPac is seeking a Senior Child Protection Practitioner to join the Central Intake Team in the Northern Territory. The role involves assessing notifications, analysing information, and determining appropriate interventions to support children, young people and families across the region.

The position is casual with a 24/7 rotational roster and requires tertiary qualifications in social work, psychology, or related disciplines, plus extensive child protection experience and strong communication

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in social work, psychology, community services, or related field.
• Extensive experience in child protection or statutory welfare.
• Experience conducting complex assessments and developing interventions.
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation in statutory environments.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work with Aboriginal communities and diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Assess incoming child protection notifications and requests for support.
• Conduct comprehensive child safety and strength-based assessments.
• Analyse information to determine appropriate interventions and service responses.
• Exercise relevant statutory delegations in accordance with legislation and policy.
• Maintain accurate and timely case notes and client records.
• Work collaboratively within a 24/7 Central Intake Team to deliver timely outcomes.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Report writing

Education

Tertiary qualifications in social work / psychology / community services

Job description

WorkPac is seeking a Senior Child Protection Practitioner to join the Central Intake Team in the Northern Territory. The role involves assessing notifications, analysing information, and determining appropriate interventions to support children, young people and families across the region.

The position is casual with a 24/7 rotational roster and requires tertiary qualifications in social work, psychology, or related disciplines, plus extensive child protection experience and strong communication