We employ over 700 child safety officers. A career as a child safety officer offers:
- a rewarding career path for staff interested in delivering professional and high-quality child protection services
- professional support and practice tools
- training and professional development
- a competitive salary ($52,074 to $76,460) plus superannuation.
Child safety officers are involved in a range of activities and responsibilities. They:
- assess, investigate and manage cases
- work directly with vulnerable children who are at risk of harm or abuse, their families and alternative care workers
- may also introduce measures to protect children and improve family behaviour.
When the department is notified of abuse and neglect, child safety officers will manage the case and, if necessary, arrange to place a child in out-of-home care in compliance with the Child Protection Act 1999 .
Refer to What does a CSO do? What does a CSO do? for a realistic job preview.
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