Caring Families Caseworker

1 week ago

Moree, Australia beBeeCaseworker Full time $87,315 - $113,562
Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Caseworker to join our team in the New England region.

As a Caseworker, you will play a critical role in supporting vulnerable families and children by responding to reports of safety concerns and providing assessment and intervention services.

This is a challenging yet rewarding role that requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with other agencies and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities
  • Respond to reports of safety concerns surrounding children or young people who may have been harmed
  • Work sensitively and respectfully with parents, family members, children or young people to identify and address safety and risk concerns
  • Travel across the New England District will be required
  • Undertake assessment/investigation and ongoing family work with expectant parents to identify and address safety and risk concerns for children following their birth
  • Advocate for and support families to engage with services and participate in meetings such as Pregnancy Family Conferences or hospital complex case meetings
  • Develop and maintain networks and relationships with key stakeholders, in particular NSW Health staff
  • Work in collaboration with NSW Health in the promotion and implementation of the Pregnancy Family Conferencing Model
  • Ensure clear discharge planning, consider parallel planning and assessment as required
Requirements
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work, Social Science, Welfare or related discipline
  • Not essential, but preferred experience working as a Midwife, Nurse, or working with expectant parents, or experience in other roles with NSW Health
  • Experience in child protection assessment and case planning
  • Aboriginal applicants with suitable experience are encouraged to apply (Degree not required)
  • Able to engage with families to support participation in Pregnancy Family Conferencing to develop achievable family action planning
  • Experience engaging with and supporting change in voluntary clients while navigating complex vulnerabilities and service systems
  • Able to build relationships and stakeholder engagement, particularly with NSW Health and preservation services
  • Experience working with prenatal cases is preferred but not essential
  • A valid driver's licence
  • A paid working with children clearance number
What We Offer
  • Rewarding salary from $87,315 to $113,562 pa plus superannuation and annual leave loading
  • Opportunities to work flexibly
  • 17 weeks of industry leading training in the Caseworker Development Program
  • Customised career development and support for your personal and professional growth
  • Generous leave entitlements including flex leave
  • Positive culture for wellness including Fitness Passport, tailored health app and mental health support
Relocation Opportunities

Regional NSW is a great place to work and currently there is opportunity for you and your partner to find meaningful employment together

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