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Child Protection Caseworkers - Central Coast

Department of Communities and Justice - Caseworkers

We are currently recruiting for upcoming opportunities in Gosford and Wyong. 

Do you have a degree in Social Work, Social Science, Community Welfare or related discipline and experience working with vulnerable children, young people and their families? Would you like a career with real development opportunities, attractive benefits and support?

Sound like you, then apply now! 

About your new role 

As a Caseworker, you will be responding to reports about a child or young person who may have been harmed or where there are safety concerns.  

You will work sensitively and respectfully with parents, family members, the child or young person, and a range of other services, to develop safety plans and undertake risk assessments. A caseworker’s first priority is always the safety, welfare and wellbeing of the child or young person.

Why work for us?

Part of The Department of Communities and Justice, Community Services is the largest child protection organisation in Australia and offers competitive benefits and opportunities:

  • Salary from $72,418 to $100,056 + super
  • Industry leading training with ongoing career development and support
  • Generous leave entitlements including flex leave
  • Diverse and inclusive organisation

Click here to find out more about the role.

About you

You will be dedicated to working collaboratively with Aboriginal children, families and communities and have a: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in social work, social science, welfare or a related discipline and experience working with vulnerable children, young people and their families
  • valid driver’s licence
  • Working with Children clearance number

Contact: For any enquiries regarding the role please Karman Sawyer on 02 4321 7518 or via email at [email protected], using the subject line: Child Protection Caseworkers - Central Coast enquiry via EthicalJobs. 

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 disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+ and other diversity groups.  

If you require an adjustment within the recruitment process, please email us at [email protected], and advise of your preferred method of communication. 

If you are looking for more information about workplace adjustments at DCJ, please visit our Careers site.

Thank you for your interest in this position. We look forward to receiving your application.

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