Role Overview
We are recruiting for various locations across the Western NSW District to fill Child Protection Caseworker positions. If you are curious about a lifestyle change and interested in relocating, read about the housing opportunities, amenities, and attractions in Western NSW.
The Welcome Experience is a free service that provides personalized support for essential workers and their families considering or moving to regional NSW. Local Connectors assist with housing, education, partner job opportunities, and community integration.
This role involves responding to reports of safety concerns surrounding children or young people who may have been harmed. As a Child Protection Caseworker, you will work sensitively and respectfully with parents, family members, children, or young people.
Key Responsibilities
* Work collaboratively 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.
You will manage cases and situations, including working with high-needs and high-risk clients and their families. Additionally, you may be involved in court processes, including preparing court documents and attending court.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you need to be confident, curious, and resilient. The essential requirements include:
* Preferred 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 families.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to build positive working relationships.
Benefits
As a top public sector employer, we offer competitive benefits and opportunities, including:
* Rewarding salary from $89,934 – $116,969 per annum plus superannuation & annual leave loading.
* 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 are also available. You will enjoy generous leave entitlements, including flexible leave, as well as a positive culture for wellness.