Child Protection Caseworker – Sydney, South Eastern & Northern Sydney

Current vacancies and talent pool inclusions for Burwood, Strawberry Hills, Lakemba, St George (CSC Hurstville), Sutherland (CSC Hurstville), Pennant Hills and Chatswood.

Employment Type

Ongoing.

Salary

$89,934 – $116,969 pa plus superannuation and annual leave loading.

About the Role

DCJ is all about keeping families together so that children thrive at home. Our first priority is always the safety, welfare and wellbeing of the children or young person. In this role, you will respond to reports about safety concerns surrounding children or young people who may have been harmed.

Responsibilities

- 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 formulating goals that align with their needs, 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
- Participate in court processes, including preparation of court documents and attending court
- Participate in individual and group supervision





Qualifications

- Preferred: Completed or in final semester of a Bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work, social science and welfare, along with practical experience (if in final semester, commencement will be after completion of degree)
- Other related degrees considered if you can demonstrate knowledge, skills and experience working with vulnerable children, young people and families
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to build positive working relationships
- A valid driver’s licence (P1 or above)
- A paid work‑with‑children clearance number

Benefits

- A challenging and rewarding career
- Versatile, autonomous work environment
- Competitive pay and conditions
- Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
- Health & wellbeing and employee assistance programs

Inclusion & Diversity

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.

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📌 Child Protection Caseworker - Sydney, South Eastern & Northern Sydney (City of Sydney)
🏢 Nsw Department Of Communities And Justice
📍 City of Sydney