The District Child Protection Unit, Tirunelveli, the district-level body under the child protection scheme in Tamil Nadu, has notified recruitment for Outreach Worker and Case Worker posts on a purely temporary contract basis for one year. There are two vacancies in total, one for each post. The roles involve field-level child protection and case support work under the district unit, and candidates with experience in emergency assistance centres are given preference.
DCPU Tirunelveli Outreach Worker and Case Worker Recruitment 2026
Posted 08 Oct 2026Updated 08 Oct 2026
Total Vacancies
2
Last Date
23 Oct
5 days left
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Last date 23 Oct 2026 · 5 days left
- Notification08 Oct
- Applications Opentill 23 Oct
About DCPU Tirunelveli Outreach Worker and Case Worker Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- District Child Protection Unit Tirunelveli
- Post Name
- Outreach Worker and Case Worker
- Job Location
- Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 42 years
- Gender
- All
- Tenure
- One year from the date of joining
Vacancy Breakdown
Outreach Worker
1
Case Worker
1
Total2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Outreach Worker | 1 |
| Case Worker | 1 |
| Grand Total | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Outreach Worker1 post
- Qualification
- A degree obtained from a recognized university in Social Work / Sociology / Psychology / General Health / Counselling in any stream (or) a post-graduate diploma in Counselling and Communication. Must have acquired computer skills.
- Experience
- At least 1 year of work experience in government or quasi-government organizations (NGOs), with specific preference for women and those with experience in the child development sector. Preference will be given to those with experience working in emergency assistance centers.
- Age Limit
- Not exceeding 42 years as on 01.10.2026; up to 52 years for candidates with emergency service work experience
Case Worker1 post
- Qualification
- Passed 12th class or equivalent examination from a recognized board, with special communication skills.
- Experience
- Must have work experience in emergency assistance centers. Preference will be given to those with work experience in emergency assistance centers.
- Age Limit
- Not exceeding 42 years as on 01.10.2026; up to 52 years for candidates with emergency service work experience
Age Limit
Not exceeding 42 years as on 01.10.2026; up to 52 years for candidates with emergency service work experience
Age Relaxation
Candidates with experience working in emergency assistance centers may be up to 52 years of age as on 01.10.2026
Salary Structure
Outreach Worker
Pay: Rs. 23,000 per month
Case Worker
Pay: Rs. 18,000 per month
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Outreach Worker | Rs. 23,000 per month |
| Case Worker | Rs. 18,000 per month |
How to Apply
- 1Download the application form from the official website www.tirunelveli.nic.in
- 2Print the application form and fill it out completely as per the official guidelines
- 3Enclose self-attested copies of certificates and documents supporting qualification, age and experience
- 4Send the filled application form by post or submit it in person to the District Child Protection Officer, District Child Protection Unit, District Collectorate, Kokkirakulam, Tirunelveli before the last date
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self-attested copies of certificates and documents supporting qualification
•Age and experience
Important Details
- The appointment is completely temporary and on a contract basis for one year from the date of joining.
- No allowances other than the consolidated salary are admissible; the salary may be increased later upon receipt of orders from the government.
- One day casual leave per month will be granted after completion of one full month of work.
- The appointment will be terminated on a contract basis without any right to claim permanent government employment, and the employment can be cancelled at any time without prior notice or reason.
- Late applications, applications without proper documents, or incompletely filled applications will be rejected.
Contact
Phone: 0462-2901953
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these permanent government jobs?
No. The posts are completely temporary and on a contract basis for one year from the date of joining, and selected candidates have no right to claim permanent government employment.
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