Aboriginal Child Protection Caseworker - Sydney, South Eastern & Northern Sydney
Core
Provide child protection casework services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families, focusing on safety, wellbeing, and cultural connection.
Role type
Aboriginal Child Protection Caseworker
Builds
Safety plans, risk assessments, and support for families to overcome hardships and care for children.
Domain
Social Services / Child Protection / Indigenous Community Support
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Cultural knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, case management, risk assessment, court document preparation, home visits, 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