We do investigate reports of child maltreatment, determining whether child abuse or neglect has occurred, and intervening to ensure a safe environment for the child. We do have off:
- Kid Smart Cards
- Child Travel Protection
- Child Internet Safeguards
- Babysitter Checks/Monitoring
Our work is to protect children from physical, emotional, sexual abuse, neglect and exploitation; it focuses and conducts investigations on the reported abuse and neglect of children under 18. Services are provided to alleviate family dysfunction, including family preservation services to high-risk families.
Case work responsibilities extend to families of children in the care and custody of the Department, aiming in first instance to reunify children with their families, to ensure a permanent home for all children with relatives or, as a last resort, recommend a placement in adoptive homes.