Child Protection Specialist
2 weeks ago
The NSW Department of Communities and Justice is recruiting for specialists to join their team in various locations throughout New South Wales.
A Child Protection Specialist assesses safety and risk to children and young people within a multi-disciplinary service model. We are seeking experienced specialists with excellent analytical, assessment and communication skills.
To be successful in this role, applicants must demonstrate strong attention to detail, highly developed critical thinking and problem-solving, and excellent interpersonal and self-management skills.
Key Responsibilities:- Undertake assessments to identify and address safety and risk concerns for children and young people within a multi-disciplinary program
- Engage in collaborative, child-focused practice that acknowledges and respects the culture and context of each child, young person, and their carers/family
- Source timely, accurate and comprehensive information and make evidence-based decisions in line with the child/young person's safety, welfare, and wellbeing
- Model ethical and curious casework that is responsive to the changing needs of children, young people, and families
- Build relationships within the Program, practice, and legislative frameworks to promote meaningful change in families for better outcomes for children/young people and their families
- Minimum of 2 years' frontline experience in statutory child protection services or within statutory investigation services
- Preferred: Completed or in your final semester of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work, Social Science, and Welfare along with practical experience
- Other related degrees are considered if you can demonstrate your knowledge, skills, and experience working with vulnerable children, young people, and families
- and/or identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander with a strong connection to community
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to build positive working relationships
- A valid driver's licence (P1 or above)
- A paid working with children clearance number
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