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Child Protection Practitioner

OSCA 411131

Employed

8,400

Part-time share

20.5%

Female share

86.7%

Median age

38 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

Child Protection Practitioner is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

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About this career

Supports children, young people and families by delivering statutory child protection services, including assessment, intervention, casework and case management, in accordance with legislation and practice guidelines.

What they typically do

  • Conducts child safety assessments and develops, implements, monitors and reviews safety plans for individuals or families
  • Delivers relevant interventions to ensure child safety in accordance with legislation and practice guidelines
  • Reviews and maintains case work for individuals and families to ensure continued protection
  • Participates in individual and group supervision sessions
  • Liaises with community groups, and refers individuals to child safety education programs and other related services
  • May attend court proceedings for relevant cases

Where they work

Public Administration and Safety

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Child Protection Practitioner.

No qualification pathways published on training.gov.au yet.