Child Protection Caseworker - Northern NSW

NSW Department of Communities and Justice • Grafton, New South Wales • Posted July 05, 2026

About the Role

Child Protection Caseworker - Northern NSW

Department: Department/Agency: Department of Communities and Justice Location:

Ballina, NSW, AU, 2478 Tweed Heads South, NSW, AU, 2486 Grafton, NSW, AU, 2460 Lismore, NSW, AU, 2480

Req ID: 83127

Child Protection Caseworker – Northern NSW

We are currently recruiting for vacancies and talent pool inclusions for Ballina, Lismore, Tweed Heads, Clarence Valley

Employment type: Ongoing


Salary: $92,632 – $120,478 pa plus superannuation and annual leave loading 

Your Role

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.

In this role, you will respond to reports about safety concerns surrounding children or young people who may have been harmed.

What you’ll do

  • Work sensitively and respectfully w...