Aboriginal Child Protection Caseworker - Southern NSW
Core
Partner with families and communities to ensure the safety, wellbeing, and cultural connection of Aboriginal children and young people, breaking cycles of disadvantage.
Role type
Aboriginal Child Protection Caseworker
Builds
Safety plans, risk assessments, and court documentation for high-need and high-risk cases
Domain
Child welfare / Social work / Indigenous community services
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Cultural knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, case management, risk assessment, court process navigation, home visit coordination, complex problem solving
Preferred skills
Diploma or degree in relevant field, experience working with vulnerable children and families
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Work sensitively with parents, family members, and children; develop safety plans and complete risk assessments; manage high-risk cases; participate in court processes; conduct home visits; engage in individual and group supervision
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on caseworker