Child Protection Caseworker - Sydney, South Eastern & Northern Sydney

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Ashfield, NSW, AU
$89,934 – $116,969 py + super + annual leave loadi...
On-site
Respond to safety concerns
Work with parents and families
Develop safety plans
Our first priority is always the safety, welfare and wellbeing of the children or young person

Job Summary

  • Our first priority is always the safety, welfare and wellbeing of the children or young person.
  • Being a Child Protection Caseworker can be difficult. Sometimes, you may have to make tough decisions with families to help them overcome hardships in order to be able to care for their children and develop safe and loving homes.
  • We offer a variety of benefits, including: A challenging and rewarding career Flexible, autonomous work environment Competitive pay and conditions Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

Matching Summary

Our first priority is always the safety, welfare and wellbeing of the children or young person.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Respond to safety concerns
  • Work with parents and families
  • Develop safety plans
  • Complete risk assessments
  • Manage high-risk clients
  • Participate in court processes

Nice-to-have

  • Confident, curious and resilient
  • Collaborate with other agencies
  • Problem-solving skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work, Social Science and Welfare
  • Practical experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Valid driver’s licence (P1 or above)
  • Paid working with children clearance number

Work Rights

Not specified

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