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

Advantages
A challenging and rewarding career
Flexible, autonomous work setting
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 excellent 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