Child Protection Caseworker - Sydney, South Eastern & Northern SydneyHurstville NSW Department of Communities and JusticeEmployment type: OngoingSalary: $92,632 - $120,478 pa plus superannuation and annual leave loadingYour RoleDCJ 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.What you'll doWork sensitively and respectfully with parents, family members, children or young peopleWork collaboratively with other agencies and engage in complex problem solvingAssist families in formulating goals that align with their needs, addressing safety and well-being concerns, and provide appropriate assistance through home visitsDevelop safety plans and complete risk assessmentsManage cases and situations including working with high needs and high-risk clients and their familiesBe involved in court processes,



including the preparation of court documents and attending courtParticipate in individual and group supervisionWhat we're looking forTo be a Child Protection Caseworker you need to be confident, curious and resilient.RequirementsPreferred Completed or in your final semester of a Bachelor's or master's degree in social work, Social Science and Welfare along with practical experience.Other related degrees are considered, if you can demonstrate your knowledge skills and experience working with vulnerable children, young people and familiesExcellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to build positive working relationshipsValid driver's licence (P1 or above)A paid working with children clearance numberWhat You'll ReceiveA challenging and rewarding careerFlexible, autonomous work environmentCompetitive pay and conditionsTraining and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilitiesHealth & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs
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📌 Child Protection Caseworker — Sydney Safeguarding Families
🏢 Nsw Department Of Communities And Justice
📍 Sydney