Child Protection Caseworker Role
This is a key role in the child protection system, requiring individuals to work with vulnerable children and their families.
Key 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.
* Be involved in court processes, including the preparation of court documents and attending court.
Additional responsibilities may include participating in individual and group supervision.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* A relevant diploma or degree qualification is preferred.
* Applicants without a relevant qualification require at least two years' experience working with vulnerable children, young people and their families.
* The ability to build positive working relationships, supported by excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* A valid driver's license.
* A paid working with children clearance number.
* Documented verification of Aboriginality confirming that you are an Aboriginal person of Aboriginal descent and that you identify as being Aboriginal.
Benefits:
* Opportunities to work flexibly.
* 17 weeks of industry-leading training in the Caseworker Development Program.
* Customized career development and support for your personal and professional growth.
* Generous leave entitlements including flexible leave.
* Positive culture for wellness including Fitness Passport, tailored health app, and mental health support.
Relevant Information:
As an Identified role, this position is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons. The Welcome Experience in Kempsey connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.