Child Protection Case Worker

Child Protection Case Worker

Full Time Darwin $106347.33 $113498.39.

Join Our Mission for Justice Become a Child Protection Case Worker at NAAJA

Are you passionate about supporting families and making a difference in the lives of Aboriginal people involved in the child protection system

The North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency (NAAJA) is seeking a Child Protection Case Worker to join our dynamic Civil Law team in Darwin.

About the Role

As a Child Protection Case Worker youll be part of a team delivering holistic trauma-informed and culturally safe support to families navigating the child protection system. Working alongside NAAJAs legal team youll help ensure families are supported informed and empowered on their journey toward reunification and positive outcomes.

Why Join NAAJA

• Competitive Salary
• 6 weeks annual 17.5% loading
• 3 weeks personal leave and more
• Access up to $18550 tax free salary packaging
• Professional development opportunities
• Be part of a nationally recognised legal service
• Access to wellbeing benefits

What Youll Do

• Collaborate with civil lawyers to support strategic case planning.
• Connect families to culturally appropriate services and programs.
• Promote family reunification and support kinship care placements.
• Empower clients through culturally sensitive education and advocacy.
• Assist in developing tools to evaluate and enhance service delivery.

What Youll Need

• Strong understanding of child protection issues affecting Aboriginal families.
• Case management experience with clients facing complex challenges.
• Cultural competency or lived experience working with Aboriginal communities.
• Knowledge of domestic violence substance abuse and family dynamics.
• Excellent interpersonal written and analytical communication skills.
• Social work qualifications highly desirable.
• Ochre Card (or ability to obtain) NT drivers licence and police clearance.

Join us in creating safer stronger communities across Darwin applications reviewed upon receipt.

Apply now.

Applicants for this position must submit a cover letter and resume addressing the essential criteria.

Enquiries can be sent to **Emailed applications not accepted**

Applications close: 26 May 2026

Aboriginal applicants and candidates with experience working in support roles with Aboriginal people in the NT are strongly encouraged to apply.