Assessment Officer - Child Wellbeing Unit

Assessment Officer - Child Wellbeing Unit

• Clerk Grade 5/6
• Temporary Part-Time up to June 2025
• Tuggerah

About us

The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

About the role

We have an opportunity for anAssessment Officer - Child Wellbeing Unit to be part of our PoliceLink, Communication Services Command team. The Assessment Officer reviews NSWPF COPS child at risk reports that are disseminated to the Unit for action. The role conducts analysis of such reports and where applicable, disseminates information to the appropriate authorities and makes referrals where required.

This role is part-time, working 35 hours per fortnight. Salary will be paid at the pro-rata rate. 

For more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities and capabilities required for the role), 

What we can offer you

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

• competitive salary;
• flexible work options;
• annual leave loading;
• corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
• free annual influenza vaccination; and 
• salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease.

How to Apply

Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.

To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.

Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.

Please address each of the following Target Questions (300 word limit per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document.

Target Question 1:

Unlike many other positions in child protection, the Police Child Wellbeing Unit (CWU) does not undertake case management functions. Child Wellbeing UnitAssessment Officers are required to collate information from various sources, make accurate assessments of risk and then action the outcome in a timely and efficient manner. Using your relevant experience, outline how you meet the requirements in the role.

Target Question 2:

The role of a Police Child Wellbeing UnitAssessment Officer is to assess risk to children based on information obtained from various sources and systems, including external organisations to improve outcomes for child and young persons at risk of harm. Provide an example of when you have co-operated with an external (not your own) agency/organisation to improve an outcome for child/young person at risk of harm.

Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process. 

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Detective Chief Inspector Mark Dixon via (02) 4352 0***. 

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses: 

• an Australian Citizen;
• a permanent resident of Australia; or
• a New Zealand citizen.

Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.

Our commitment to Diversity

The NSW Police Force is a proud employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees. Differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.

If you identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or you require specific arrangements to participate in the recruitment process, please contact HR Diversity Team by email at *************@police.nsw.gov.au.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at ********@police.nsw.gov.au.

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

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Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.