Make a difference working with Tasmanian families

The Tasmanian Government has launched a nation-wide recruitment campaign to attract people who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people and their families.

The campaign will launch today across Tasmania and the mainland on buses, billboards, in newspapers, social media and online and features current Child Safety staff, talking about the impact of their work.

Minister for Children and Youth, Roger Jaensch, said the campaign would encourage workers to join the efforts to help families in Tasmania.

“Our people are change-makers who make a positive impact in the lives of the children and families they serve,” Minister Jaensch said.

“We’re calling on people who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people and their families to join our Child Safety workforce.

“This is not just about adding numbers to our team, it’s about finding people with the right skills and passion for this important work.”

Last month the Tasmanian Government announced a new workforce package for frontline Child Safety, Advice and Referral Line (ARL) and Youth Justice employees, including financial incentives and other strategies to attract and retain staff, including relocation support and new scholarship opportunities.

North West staff, where vacancies are the highest, will receive a 15 per cent market allowance and workers relocating to the North West will receive a settling-in payment as well as relocation expenses.

Subject to union agreement, all eligible allied health professional Child Safety, Advice and Referral Line and Youth Justice employees and managers statewide will receive a payment of $10,000, which will be paid as an immediate $5000 payment, followed by another payment after 12 months continuous service.

The Tasmanian Government, under its 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future will continue to develop stronger communities so that Tasmania is the best place to live, work and raise a family.

Details of the Child Safety workforce incentives and the range of positions, salaries, benefits and career pathways on offer can be found at https://www.decyp.tas.gov.au/about-us/employment/child-safety-services-careers/