Social Worker / Case Worker
We are seeking a qualified Social Worker / Case Worker to join our team in Canberra. The successful candidate will have a passion for working with children, young people, their families, and supporting our foster carers.
About the Role
Key Assets Australia has recently expanded its services to the ACT, bringing essential services such as foster care, kinship care, family preservation, and aftercare to the community. The role includes providing ongoing support, performing direct work and assessments, and ensuring risk assessments are completed.
- Providing ongoing support via phone and supervisory visits, including occasional unannounced visits, ensuring thorough documentation.
- Supporting children and families in maintaining contact and assisting with smooth introductions to foster carers.
- Performing direct work and assessments of children, young people, and foster carers based on identified needs.
- Ensuring Risk Assessments are completed, meeting all requirements and complying with child protection procedures.
Responsibilities and Qualifications
The base salary for this position is $88,090.08 - $94,788.72 / annum (based on 1.0EFT) + super + vehicle & fuel card (if applicable) + salary packaging options up to $15,900 per annum. To be successful in this role, you’ll come with:
- A degree in social work (or similar).
- Prior experience working with and / or on behalf of children, young people and families.
- Experience in undertaking comprehensive assessments to develop, implement, monitor and review client plans.
- Knowledge of various Child Protection Legislation, Government initiatives and agendas across ACT.
- Tenacity, diligence and resilience - with the ability to adopt a creative approach to problem solving in a rapid-paced environment.
What We Offer
We provide a range of benefits, including work-life balance, health and wellbeing programs, professional development opportunities, and salary packaging. We are committed to Equal Opportunity, ethical practice, and the principles of cultural diversity and social inclusion.
- Work-Life Balance : We support a hybrid approach to the future of work and have developed a flexible work framework.
- Health and Wellbeing : We promote health and wellbeing for our people and provide discounted health insurance memberships and confidential counselling services.
- Professional Development : We provide digital eLearning, ongoing face-to-face training, and an online library.
- Salary Packaging : Part of your wage is paid tax-free each pay, saving thousands in tax each year.
How to Apply
Applications close: Wednesday 15 October 2025. For further information, please contact Kim Ward, Program Manager at Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check, ACT Suitable Persons Record Check, and hold (or be willing to obtain) a valid WWVP check.
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