Child Protection Caseworker - Western NSW region

Job Description

Child Protection Caseworker - Western NSW region Child Protection Caseworker - Western NSW We are currently recruiting to vacancies in Bathurst, Bourke, Brewarrina, Cobar, Condobolin, Coonabarabran, Coonamble, Cowra, Dubbo, Mudgee, Nyngan, Orange, Parkes, Walgett. We do work that really matters DCJ is all about keeping families together so that children thrive at home. Our first priority is always the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of the children or young person. In this role, you will respond to reports about safety concerns surrounding children or young people who may have been harmed. What you’ll do Work sensitively and respectfully with parents, family members, children, or young people. 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. 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. Being a Child Protection Caseworker can be difficult. Sometimes, you may have to make tough decisions with families to help them overcome hardships in order to be able to care for their children and develop safe and loving homes. What we’re looking for To be a Child Protection Caseworker, 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. (If you are in your final semester of university you will not be able to commence on duty if successful until you have completed your degree.) 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. A valid driver’s licence (P1 or above). A paid working with children clearance number. Click here to view the role description and the assessment process. Rewarding salary from $87,315 – $113,562 pa plus superannuation and annual leave loading. Opportunities to work flexibly. 17 weeks of industry-leading training in the Caseworker Development Program. Customised career development and support for your personal and professional growth. Generous leave entitlements including flex leave. Positive culture for wellness including Fitness Passport, tailored health app, and mental health support. Interested in learning more about the lifestyle opportunities available in Western NSW? Read about the housing opportunities, amenities, and attractions in Western NSW and why it might be the perfect home for you. Are you ready to join us? If you are viewing this ad in Seek and wish to apply via their portal, you will be required to either set up a profile or login via your existing Seek account. To apply directly via the DCJ Careers site click here. Search for the job and click the ‘Apply now’ button. If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Vanessa Tran on (02) 9765 5049 or via Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience, and backgrounds. This includes people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers, and other diversity groups. To find out what DCJ is doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website. 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. To keep up with recruitment opportunities at DCJ, follow us on Facebook: Government & Defence More than 10,000 employees. The Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) was formed on 1 July 2019 when the NSW Government brought together the departments of Family and Community Services and Justice. DCJ is the lead agency in the Stronger Communities Cluster, which aims to create safe, just, inclusive, and resilient communities through its services. The department enables services to work together to support everyone's right to access justice and other help for families, and strengthen the promotion of early intervention and inclusion, with benefits for the whole community. #J-18808-Ljbffr