Group
Occupation
411131 Child Protection Practitioner
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
411131 Child Protection Practitioner
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.
Alternative titles
- Child Protection Case Worker
- Child Protection Officer
- Child Protection Worker
- Child Safety Officer
ANZSCO skill level
This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
Australia
- Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience
New Zealand
- Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience
Main tasks
- 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