Child Safety Officer

4 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Department of Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety Full time
Overview

The Department of Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety has permanent Child Safety Officer (CSO) roles available across Queensland, ensuring the protection and welfare of children and youth. Graduates and career changers with experience or interest in being a social worker, youth worker, counsellor, or similar – this role is for you

This frontline role is rewarding in more ways than one, with a generous starting salary over $101,000 plus great additional benefits.

Location and relocation

Kingaroy is a vibrant regional town with a rich history, natural beauty, and a strong sense of community. Relocation assistance may be negotiable for the right candidate, and Kingaroy offers rural benefits including area allowances and accommodation subsidies.

What being a CSO means

You'll be a voice for the voiceless, a statutory advocate for children and young people's safety and wellbeing under the Child Protection Act 1999. You'll manage complex casework with support from peers, conduct risk assessments and create case plans, and work with families, care givers, other departments, community organisations, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations. You'll provide culturally respectful and appropriate support to families from diverse backgrounds.

As a CSO you will walk with children and families to keep them safe and help build better futures.

What you get for becoming a CSO

In this vital role you will walk away each day knowing you're making a tangible difference to the safety of children and young people in Queensland. The package includes an annual salary in the range of $101,286 – $110,366 and 12.75% superannuation, plus the following benefits:

  • Flexible leave and TOIL options
  • 2 weeks of formal training and ongoing training including one-on-ones with your leader during the first year
  • Many opportunities for career growth and progression
  • Regional and remote benefits up to $10,000 annually, plus accommodation subsidies, extra leave entitlements, and more

In Kingaroy you will also receive rural benefits including:

  • Area allowance of $2,500 annually plus locality allowance up to $21.60
  • Accommodation subsidies and assistance
  • Relocation assistance negotiable for the right candidate

You'll be part of a team that supports your growth and offers opportunities for a lifelong career in child safety.

What you need to be a CSO

CSOs come from diverse backgrounds; common backgrounds include social work, youth work, counselling, psychology, or related fields. Your passion for keeping children safe is the most important attribute. The role can be challenging and confronting, but is highly rewarding and necessary.

To join as a CSO you will need:

  • An Australian Driver's License and the legal right to work in Australia
  • A Bachelor Degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field; further study or work experience is welcome
  • Understanding of statutory roles, knowledge of the Child Protection Act 1999, and the ability to write case notes while maintaining privacy

For more information about qualification and eligibility requirements, please click here.

Building and maintaining professional relationships with families and young people is fundamental to this role. You'll need excellent relationship-building skills, high empathy, and the ability to set and maintain professional boundaries.

Every child needs someone. So does every family. What if it's you? Kick-start your career in Child Safety - click Apply Now


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