Social Worker - Children and Families

Who You Are

You are a dedicated and experienced professional committed to providing exemplary services to children, young people, and their families. You possess the ability to manage complex cases and have a strong understanding of statutory requirements and departmental priorities. You are a role model in best practices, mentoring others and improving outcomes through informed decisions and effective communication. Your approach is child-centered, risk-aware, and outcome-driven.

What the Job Involves

This role requires managing challenging cases, providing an exemplary service, and improving outcomes for children and young people within statutory and organizational systems. Key responsibilities include:

• Managing complex caseloads and balancing support and control.
• Coaching and mentoring student social workers.
• Conducting investigations into neglect or abuse allegations and instigating necessary legal actions.
• Preparing legal documents and representing the department in court.
• Designing and implementing care/protection plans to manage risks.
• Liaising and negotiating with families and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Promoting best practices and continuous professional development.

Skills

• Strong case management
• Complex risk assessment and management
• Effective communication and negotiation
• Report writing and legal documentation
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities
• Proficiency with electronic case management systems
• Continuous professional development