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Aboriginal Child Protection Caseworker - South Western Sydney1 year ago Be among the first 25 applicantsAboriginal Caseworker - South Western SydneyWe are currently recruiting to fill vacancies in Liverpool & Campbelltown.We are currently recruiting for a recruitment pool to fill future vacancies in Fairfield, Bankstown, & Ingleburn.We do work that really mattersWorking for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We''re focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. Its work that really matters.DCJ is all about keeping families together so that children thrive at home. Our first priority is always the safety, welfare and wellbeing of the children or young person. We know the more Aboriginal caseworkers we have, the more Aboriginal kids grow up safely at home with mob.As an Identified role, this position is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons. Where a position is identified, an applicants race is a genuine occupational qualification under the exception in Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.What Youll Dowork sensitively and respectfully with parents, family members, children or young peoplework collaboratively with other agencies and engage in complex problem solvingassist families in formulating goals that align with their needs, addressing safety and well-being concerns, and provide appropriate assistance through home visitsdevelop safety plans and complete risk assessmentsmanage cases and situations including working with high needs and high-risk clients and their familiesbe involved in court processes, including the preparation of court documents and attending courtparticipate in individual and group supervisionBeing an Aboriginal Child Protection Caseworker can be difficult. Sometimes, you may have to make tough decisions with families to help them overcome hardships in order to be able to care for their children and develop safe and loving homes.What Were Looking ForTo be a Child Protection Caseworker you need to be confident, curious and resilient. The essential requirements include:A relevant diploma or degree qualification is preferredApplicants without a relevant qualification require at least two years experience working with vulnerable children, young people and their familiesThe ability to build positive working relationships, supported by excellent verbal and written communication skillsA valid drivers licenceA paid working with children clearance numberDocumented verification of Aboriginality - confirming that you are an Aboriginal person of Aboriginal descent and that you identify as being AboriginalRoleThere are two alternatives to confirming your Aboriginality, one of which must be uploaded to be considered for the role as follows. Either will be accepted:Confirmation of Aboriginality formorWritten confirmation from 2-3 Aboriginal organisations within the community in which you live/work, which addresses the three criteria listed below:is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, andidentifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, andis accepted as a such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communityClick here to view the role description and further information about the assessment process.Click hereto hear from our Aboriginal Caseworkers.Whats in it for you?As Australias top public sector employer, we offer competitive benefits and opportunities including:Rewarding salary from $87,315 pa - $113,562 pa plus superannuation and annual leave loadingOpportunities to work flexibly17 weeks of industry leading training in the Caseworker Development ProgramCustomised career development and support for your personal and professional growthGenerous leave entitlements including flex leavePositive culture for wellness including Fitness Passport, tailored health app and mental health supportAre you ready to join us?Click apply, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) as well as an up-to-date rsum (maximum 5 pages).Got a question?If youve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Isabelle on 02 9765 3781 or via Isabelle.kratz@dcj.nsw.gov.au.Visit adjustment in the recruitment process, to learn more.Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruitWe continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience, and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers, and other diversity groups.To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.Other InformationA talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.For more information and advice on applying for roles at DCJ, visit Careers for Aboriginal peopleThank you for your interest in this role. 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