Job description
Agency Department of Children and Families Work unit Top End Child Protection
Job title Child Protection Practitioner Designation Professional 1
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing / Fixed
Salary $76,377 - $87,700 Location Darwin, Nhulunbuy
Position number 26934 RTF Closing 08/03/2026
Contact officer Recruitment Officer on or
About the agency
Apply online
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND CERTIFIED COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the
OCPE website.
Primary objective
Provideintegrated delivery of family and child support services across the region under the Families and Regional Services Division
responsible for Child Protection and Youth; Family Support; Carer Support, Placements; and Business Support.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Undertake statutory responsibilities and exercise in accordance with the Care and Protection of Children Act and departmental policies
and procedures.
2. Apply professional expertise in social welfare to the assessment of individual, family, community issues and in the application of
appropriate methods of intervention with departmental clients.
3. Ensure the availability of reliable data through the accurate and timely recording of information on the department's client information
and case management systems.
1. Participate in the development and implementation of family support programs.
5. Participate in the Department of Children and Families After-hours Service.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. A degree of an Australian tertiary institution, which gives eligibility for membership of Community Workers Australia, the Australian
Association of Social Workers, or the Australian Psychological Society, or equivalent OR Diploma of Child, Youth and Family
Intervention AND Vocational Graduate Certificate in Community Services Practice (Statutory Child Protection) OR Graduate
Certificate in Safe Communities (Child Protection).
1. Demonstrated skills in the assessment of family, interpersonal and community dynamics, the application of appropriate interventions,
including a high level of ability to conceptualise and analyse information.
1. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment, including managing multiple tasks and being able to
meet deadlines.
1. Ability to apply the provisions of relevant legislation in working with children, families and individuals in a statutory relationship.
2. Demonstrated ability to communicate and work constructively within culturally diverse settings, including a demonstrated knowledge
and understanding of Aboriginal culture, family, community structures and an ability to interact effectively with people from diverse
cultures.
1. A high level of written and oral communication skills.
7. Preparedness to travel in 4WD vehicles or light planes, as required, and ability to undertake travel including overnight stays as
necessary.
8. Current Northern Territory driver licence or the ability to obtain.
Further information
1. Successful P1 applicants will be appointed to the 4th increment.
2. In addition, a Child Protection Market Allowance of $7,638 per annum applies to this position, as per Determination 1019 of 2022.
3. The selected applicant will be required to hold a current Working with Children Clearance notice and undergo a criminal history check
(a criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history).
4. Applicants should include a certified copy of their qualifications with their application.
5. Travel for up to two weeks at a time may be required, whether by road or light aircraft.
Approved: January 2026 Executive Director Regional Services Top End and Arnhem
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Job description
Agency Department of Children and Families Work unit Top End Child Protection
Job title Senior Child Protection Practitioner Designation Professional 2
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing / Fixed
Salary $90,204 - $107,554 Location Darwin, Nhulunbuy
Position number 26934 RTF Closing 09/03/2026
Contact officer Recruitment Officer on or
About the agency
Apply online
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND CERTIFIED COPIES OF
YOUR TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the
OCPE website.
Primary objective
Provideintegrated delivery of family and child support services across the region under the Families and Regional Services Division
responsible for Child Protection and Youth, Family Support; Carer Support, Placements; and Business Support.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Responsible for the delivery of case work and case management services to clients, including the management of more complex cases
requiring liaison with other agency and non-government organisations.
2. Maintain a high level of services to clients through the provision of professional expertise and demonstrated best practice in the
delivery of statutory child protection.
3. Undertake statutory responsibilities, exercise delegations under the Care and Protection of Children Act in accordance with
departmental policies and procedures.
4. Provide support, training and education to staff on program and practice issues to enhance their skills, knowledge and understanding
of programs.
5. Ensure the availability of reliable data through the accurate and timely recording of information on the department's client information
and case management systems.
1. Participate in the Department of Children and Families After-hours Service.
Selection criteria
Essential
2. A degree of an Australian tertiary institution, which gives eligibility for membership of the Community Work Australia, the Australian
Association of Social Workers, or the Australian Psychological Society, or equivalent OR Diploma of Child, Youth and Family
Intervention AND Vocational Graduate Certificate in Community Services Practice (Statutory Child Protection) OR Graduate
Certificate in Safe Communities (Child Protection).
1. Extensive experience commensurate with the duties of the position, including highly developed professional skills in conducting
strength based assessments, developing and delivering effective interventions, and a demonstrated capacity to apply best practice
principles.
1. Significant experience working within a legislative framework and a demonstrated ability to interpret and apply complex legislation.
2. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team setting.
3. Highly developed oral, written communication skills, including developing and delivering formal and informal training for staff and the
preparation of court reports.
6. Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with people from diverse cultures, including a demonstrated knowledge and understanding
of Aboriginal culture, family and community structures.
7. High level organisational skills including the ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and contribute to the professional
development and learning needs of colleagues.
8. Preparedness to travel in 4WD vehicles or light planes, as required, and ability to undertake travel including overnight stays as
necessary.
9. Current Northern Territory driver licence or the ability to obtain.
Desirable
1. Five years relevant experience including at least six months experience of child protection work and at least six months experience of
working with children in care.
Further information
1. Theremuneration package for a Child Protection Practitioner at the Professional 2 level is $106,109 - $126,803 (including salary
$90,204 - $107,554).
1. In addition, a Child Protection Market Allowance of $9,020 per annum applies to this position, as per Determination 1019 of
2. The selected applicant will be required to hold a current Working with Children Clearance notice and undergo a criminal history check
(a criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history).
4. Applicants should include a certified copy of their qualifications with their application.
5. Travel for up to two weeks at a time may be required, whether by road or light aircraft.