At a Glance
- Tasks: Support families and children, ensuring their safety and wellbeing through collaborative casework.
- Company: DCJ is dedicated to keeping families together and supporting vulnerable communities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work environment, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to inclusivity and community support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and families while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Degree in social work or related field, with strong communication skills and a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 89934 - 116969 $ per year.
Locations: Bathurst, Bourke, Brewarrina, Cobar, Condobolin, Coonabarabran, Coonamble, Cowra, Dubbo, Mudgee, Nyngan, Orange, Parkes, Walgett.
Employment Type: Ongoing
Salary: 89,934 – 116,969 pa plus superannuation and annual leave loading.
Your Role: DCJ is all about keeping families together so that children thrive at home. Our first priority is the safety, welfare and wellbeing of the children or young person.
Responsibilities:
- 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 preparation of court documents and attending court.
- Participate in individual and group supervision.
Qualifications:
- Preferred: Completed or in final semester of a Bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work, social science and welfare with practical experience. Other related degrees considered, if you can demonstrate knowledge, skills and experience working with vulnerable children, young people and families.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to build positive working relationships.
- A valid driver’s licence (P1 or above).
- A paid working with children clearance number.
Benefits:
- 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.
Inclusivity & Diversity: We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.
Additional Information: For further information about working for DCJ, visit the DCJ website.
Child Protection Caseworker – Western NSW employer: NSW Department of Communities and Justice
The NSW Department of Communities and Justice is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Parramatta that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong commitment to employee growth, you will have access to ongoing professional development opportunities while contributing to meaningful projects that enhance community services. The hybrid work model promotes a healthy work-life balance, making it an ideal place for those seeking a rewarding career in multilingual services.
Contact Details:
NSW Department of Communities and Justice Recruitment Team
