Casework Specialist – Child Protection Uniting NSW & ACT

JOB DESCRIPTION

About the role

This is a full time (35 hours/ week), 12-month contract opportunity and will be based at Oatlands North Parramatta

  • Lead practice across intensive therapeutic casework services for children and young people with complex needs based on the principles of trauma informed care and best practice for managing challenging Child Protection Cases. 
  • This role is responsible for fostering the implementation of best practice and provide direct practice based professional support and development to the Intensive Family Preservation Western Sydney team of caseworkers, and manager.
  • For more information, refer to the Position Description here;  Child Protection Casework Specialist WSNBM (2).pdf

About you

  • Must hold a minimum Bachelor level qualification in areas such as social sciences or welfare which is relevant to the role.
  • Strong advocate for children, young people and families
  • Skilled decision maker for children’s best interests underpinned by a demonstrated commitment to hearing the voices of children and young people
  • Leader in intensive therapeutic casework for children with complex needs
  • Implement best practice and provide support to casework team
  • Collaborative team player who can Provide casework consults across the team
  • Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills
  • Committed to compliance – legal, government and policy. Completing audits on casework files.

 Benefits and culture

Working to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice brings its own rewards, but there’s more

  • Welcoming you exactly as you are

·       Work you’ll be proud of

  • You’ll have access to a range of support and opportunities including –
    • Salary-packaging options
    • Wellbeing programs 
    • Learning and development opportunities 
    • Diverse and inclusive workplace
    • Flexible working arrangements
    • Regular supervision, support and team meetings 

Please contact Alex Sullivan from Uniting’s Talent Acquisition Team if you have any questions. 
on; 0466 801 937 / [email protected]  for more information.

Please include a copy of your updated resume when submitting your application. 

Applications close: 11:55pm, Sunday 15th October 2023

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