Child Safety Officer - Multiple Vacancies
Department for Education, Children and Young People
Child Safety & Youth Justice Operations
Child Safety Service
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 13 July, 2025 11:55 PM
Sunday 13 July, 2025 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Health and Human Services Award - Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Union Wages Agreement No.1 of 2022 - Allied Health Professional Level 1-2
$73,834 to $111,364 per annum
Employment type:
Permanent, flexible, Permanent, full-time, Permanent, part-time
Region:
North West
As a Child Safety Officer, you will work within a statutory environment to deliver vital services through a care team approach. You will engage with children, young people, and families to promote their safety, stability, and development while strengthening their support network.
Make a Real Difference Where It Matters Most – Join Us as a Child Safety Officer (North West Tasmania)
About Us
Children, Youth and Families (CYF) work collaboratively to strengthen family capacity, provide care and safety to children, and ensure their ongoing stability and development. Our child-centred approach is at the heart of everything we do.
About the Role
As aChild Safety Officer, you'll be at the heart of one of the most important roles in our community – protecting children and young people from harm and helping families build safer, stronger futures. Based in the stunning North West of Tasmania, you'll be part of a dedicated team making a lasting difference, every single day.
As a Child Safety Officer, you'll:
- Investigate and Assess:Receive and assess notifications of children at risk of harm from abuse or neglect.
- Case Management:Provide quality, timely, and effective intervention and case management services.
- Legal Interventions:Prepare and present information for court processes and make recommendations in the best interests of the child.
- Collaborate:Work with families, children, and other professionals to resolve issues and promote safety, stability, and development.
- Support and Guide:Engage with children and families to strengthen family capacity and monitor outcomes.
- Classification: Allied Health Professional Level 1-2
- Award/Agreement: Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement
- Location: North West (Burnie and Devonport)
- Hours of Work: Permanent full-time day work, fixed term full time and part time day work starting ASAP.
Please note: Other permanent and fixed-term full-time and part time vacancies that may arise in the future may also be filled from this process.
What We're Offering
- A career that matters: Be part of a team making a tangible impact in children's lives.
- 15% Market Allowance on base salary
- $10,000 Incentive Payment ($5,000 paid on commencement + additional $5,000 paid after 6 months of continuous employment).
- Relocation assistance and a $5,000 Settling in Trial Payment (for eligible applicants) – we'll support your move to the beautiful North West Tasmania
- Flexible working arrangements, including start/end times, part-time options, and work-from-home opportunities.
- Comprehensive professional development, including six weeks of Beginning Practice training, supervision, and career growth pathways.
- A supportive work environment focused on well-being and employee assistance.
- Commitment to child safety – we are a child-safe organisation.
About You
We're looking for dedicated individuals who bring:
- A genuine passion for working with children, young people, and their families.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to adapt communication styles, remain calm, and manage conflict.
- The ability to build relationships with stakeholders, families, and young people, both in person and over the phone.
- A commitment to self-care, continuous learning, and professional reflection.
- Individual resilience, emotional intelligence, and a high level of integrity.
- High empathy and the ability to set and maintain professional boundaries.
- A tertiary qualification approved by the relevant National Board, for example a Bachelor of Social Work, and eligibility for membership with the relevant National Board or professional association; or
- An alternative tertiary qualification (AQF Level 7 Qualification) in a discipline considered relevant to the duties, for example Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Psychology, Bachelor of Youth Work, Bachelor of Psychological Science; or
- An associate degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (AQF Level 5 or 6 Qualification) in a discipline considered relevant to the duties, for example a Diploma in Community Services.
- Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Employment Status).
- Current Driver's Licence.
- Pre-employment conviction and disciplinary checks will apply.
For more information about qualifications and eligibility requirements, please refer to the Statement of duties.
How to Apply
Your application is the first step towards working for the Department for Education, Children and Young People.
To be considered, submit a one-to-two-page short form applicationoutlining your experience, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties. Tell us why you're excited about this role and how you'll contribute to the future of child safety in Tasmania.
Application Requirements:
As part of your online application, please include:
- Your updated resume, detailing relevant qualifications and training.
- Contact details for two referees, who may be contacted at any stage of the selection process, including shortlisting.
Statement of Duties and information for applicants to assist with applying online can be found here:
If you want to learn more about this great opportunity, please contact Sherree Ferrall, Service Development Practice Advisor at sherree.ferrall@decyp.tas.gov.au or 0461526739.
Apply online by 11:59 PM AEDT on the advertised closing date.
- Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
- Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
- Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.
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