Every Child Needs Someone. So Does Every Family.
The Department of Child Safety, Seniors and Disability Services currently have permanent entry-level Child Safety Officer (CSO) roles across Queensland.
At the Department of Child Safety, Seniors and Disability Services, we have a statutory responsibility to protect children where no one else can, setting us apart from every other organisation in Queensland. Our work is complex and our industry is ever-changing, but you don't need to be a superhero or a saint to make an impact here. What you do need is the compassion, positivity and resilience to keep going, because what you'll be a part of here is life-changing.
Based in a Child Safety Service Centre (CSSC), you will work closely with other CSOs reporting to, and supported by, your Senior Team Leader. You will collaborate with Child Safety Support Officers (CSSOs) and Cultural Practice Advisors (CPAs) in your CSSC to ensure children and young people's safety across your region.
Join us as a Child Safety Officer and provide vital frontline support and advocacy for at-risk children in your community.
What if it's You?
As a CSO, you will be responsible for delivering statutory child protection services including assessment, intervention, casework, and case management in accordance with legislation and practice guidelines. You'll work across the whole child protection continuum to provide support and advocacy for children and young people. Our Child Safety Officers work with children from all walks of life, in temporary care, foster care and home environments, building strong relationships with them, their parents, guardians, families and communities.
In this diverse and rewarding role, you'll make an impact by:
Working collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team to provide integrated child protection practices including intake, assessment, intervention, casework, and complex case management;
Committing to ongoing cultural capability development by engaging in self-directed learning about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and contributing to a culturally safe and inclusive workplace;
Maintaining accurate case records in line with departmental policies, statutory responsibilities, and the child protection practice framework;
Using evidence-based practices and actively participating in continuous learning, training, and professional development to stay updated on contemporary practices.
Why the Department of Child Safety, Seniors and Disability Services?
This is an important role where you will walk away each day with the reward of knowing that you're making a tangible difference to the safety of children in Queensland. When you join us you will receive:
An attractive annual salary in line with PO3 circa $95,747 - $104,278
12.75% superannuation
Flexible leave and TOIL options
2 weeks of formal training and ongoing training throughout the first year of your role
Clear opportunities for career growth and progression including leadership or joining central teams
You can work anywhere in Queensland, and if you choose to work in a regional or remote location, you may be eligible for the following additional benefits:
Remote area allowances between $2,500 - $10,000 annually dependent on location
Extra leave entitlements up to 10 days annually
Annual return airfares to a major coastal centre of Brisbane
Substantial accommodation and utilities subsidies
We all wish our jobs weren't needed. That would mean we've achieved our goal: that every child in Queensland is safe and cared for. But as long as we're needed, our people will show up. And what incredible people they are.
What You'll Bring to the Role
When you join our team, you will be part of a team of passionate and dedicated advocates across Queensland. While this role is incredibly rewarding and important, it is a challenging frontline role and you will need to be resilient as you may be exposed to confronting situations.
To join us as an entry-level CSO you will need:
A Bachelor Degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Behavioural Science OR another related field. If your degree is in an unrelated subject, you will have a minimum of 12 months relevant work experience
An Australian driver's license, either open or P2
The right to work in Australia as a citizen, resident, or on a current visa
To thrive in this role, it would be great for you to have:
An understanding of what working in a statutory role means, including knowledge of the Child Protection Act 1999
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as part of this role involves writing accurate and comprehensive reports, while protecting identities and personal data
High levels of resilience, empathy and developed relationship-building skills, allowing you to maintain relationships with parents, children, and guardians within professional boundaries
The work you'll do here is vital and very fulfilling. It's not always easy, but if you're looking for a rewarding and challenging career, we'd love to hear from you!
Every child needs someone. So does every family. What if it's you? Kick-start your career in Child Safety - click Apply Now!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $95,747.00 – $104,278.00 per year
Benefits:
Housing allowance
Relocation assistance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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