We are currently recruiting for vacancies and talent pool inclusions for Coffs Harbour, Kempsey, Port Macquarie, Taree.
Employment type: Ongoing
Salary: $89,934 – $116,969 per annum plus superannuation and annual leave loading
This position is open to Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people group only.
Your role
Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) is about working in partnership with families and communities to thrive. We walk alongside families, children, and communities, working with other agencies and partners to build on strengths and create lasting change. Our focus is on breaking cycles of disadvantage and supporting strong futures. This work truly matters.
At DCJ, families are the heart of our work and your cultural knowledge would be invaluable. Our priority is always the safety, wellbeing, and cultural connection of children and young people. Aboriginal caseworkers help children grow up strong, safe, and connected to their mob.
What You'll Do
* Work sensitively and respectfully with parents, family members, children or young people
* Work in partnership with other agencies and engage in complex problem solving
* Walk alongside families to set goals that build on their strengths, 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
* Participate in individual and group supervision
* Participate in Aboriginal cultural supervision
Being an Aboriginal Child Protection Caseworker can be difficult. Sometimes you may have to make tough decisions with families to help them overcome hardships and create safe, loving homes.
What We're Looking For
* 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 with the Aboriginal community, supported by excellent verbal and written communication skills
* A valid driver's licence
* A paid working with children clearance number
* Documented verification of Aboriginality – confirming you are an Aboriginal person of Aboriginal descent and that you identify as being Aboriginal
As an identified role this position is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons. Where a position is identified, an applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification under the exception in Section 14(d) of the Anti‐Discrimination Act 1977.
Role
There are two alternatives to confirming your Aboriginality, one of which must be uploaded to be considered for the role:
* Confirmation of Aboriginality form
* Written confirmation from 2‐3 Aboriginal organisations within the community in which you live or work, addressing the following criteria:
o is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
o identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person
o is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community
What We Offer
* 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
What We Do
Working for DCJ provides opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We focus on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage – it's work that really matters.
Applications
Click apply, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the role requirements and an up‐to‐date résumé (maximum 5 pages). If you have a question or need adjustments in the recruitment process, please call Gen Lanuzo at 02 9765 3513 or email Gen.Lanuzo@dcj.nsw.gov.au.
Inclusion and Diversity
We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience, and backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, LGBTIQ+ individuals, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.
Other Information
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
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