Caseworker - Families Together

About the role

Families Together is a family preservation program that supports vulnerable families so children and young people aged 0 to 17 do not enter the child-protection or out-of-home care system. The caseworker works with a team of professionals using an evidence-based framework, focusing on child wellbeing outcomes through mandatory reporting guidelines and safety planning. The position is permanent and full-time, based in Penrith, NSW, with a salary at SCHADS Level 5 plus superannuation, salary packaging and an allocated motor vehicle.

Key responsibilities

• Provide flexible, evidence-informed, culturally responsive support through home visits, community-based engagement and tailored interventions.
• Use case management tools such as Foundations for Change, Safe and Connected and GEM/PEEM to build collaborative plans with families.
• Facilitate access to trauma-informed therapeutic supports, parenting programs and community resources.
• Carry out Mandatory Reporter Guide assessments and escalate risk of significant harm in line with legislation.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records in ChildStory and infoShare and report risks and incidents promptly.
• Work with DCJ caseworkers and other partners, and report changes in engagement or risk to the Team Leader.
• Take part in supervision, professional development and the annual Contribution and Development Plan.

Required profile

• University qualification in social work or a related field, with a commitment to ongoing learning.
• Experience in a community service or child and family social work environment.
• Cultural competence, including experience with CALD and Aboriginal families.
• NSW driver's licence and willingness to travel across Western Sydney, Nepean and Hawkesbury.
• Current Working with Children's Check.

What we offer

• SCHADS Level 5 salary, superannuation, salary packaging and an allocated motor vehicle.
• Professional development, fitness passport and Blue Light card discounts.
• Discounted private health insurance, home loan offers and a study assistance program.
• Employee Assistance Program, employee referral scheme and chaplaincy support.