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Child Safety Support Officer
Child and Family; Region – North Queensland; Service Delivery – Child and Family; Mount Isa
Child Safety Support Officers deliver culturally appropriate, practical prevention and early intervention support services to families, utilising a range of strategies including the interpretation of cultural issues, consultation, support and advice to strengthen the family unit and assist in the diversion of families from the statutory child protection system.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Community Care |
| Classification | AO3 |
| Workplace Location | North West Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/634812/25 |
| Closing date | 19-May-2025 |
| Job duration | Multiple Vacancies (with possible extension) |
| Contact person | Ellen Hargrave |
| Contact details | Phone: 4437 4300 Access the National Relay Service |
The Child Safety Support Officer's key responsibilities are to:
- Ensure that service delivery is consistent with departmental policies and procedures, departmental objectives and current trends.
- Provide culturally appropriate prevention, early intervention, and family support strategies to children and families including referral, provision of information, advocacy and consultation.
- Consult with relevant stakeholders and negotiate with service providers to design, implement and maintain appropriate casework and individualised service plans that link clients to the services and supports they require.
- Liaise and develop links with relevant stakeholders including families, community agencies and relevant government departments.
- Participate effectively as a team member in a multidisciplinary team.
- Develop and maintain knowledge relevant to the role, and actively participate in appropriate learning and development processes.
- Prepare reports and maintain accessible and clear case records consistent with departmental case management requirements.
- Enhance the local regional community by actively practicing and promoting excellence in service delivery and public administration and identifying opportunities for improving regional client service.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/634812/25
Closing Date: Monday, 19th May 2025
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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