Childline Supervisor & Case Worker Recruitment 2026

The Child Help Line Unit (1098), Chengalpattu is hiring for 3 contractual posts — 2 Supervisors and 1 Case Worker — in Tamil Nadu. If you are a graduate or have passed 12th standard, you can apply by submitting your application in person. The last date to apply is 20 July 2026. The age limit for both posts is 42 years, and the monthly pay ranges from Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 21,000 depending on the post.

Child Help Line Unit (1098), Chengalpattu Supervisor and Case Worker Recruitment 2026 - 3 Posts

The Child Help Line Unit (1098), functioning under the District Child Protection Unit, Chengalpattu, has invited applications for 3 contractual posts to support its child helpline operations. The recruitment covers 2 Supervisor posts and 1 Case Worker post. Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience working in Emergency Helplines. This is a good opportunity for social work graduates and 12th pass candidates in Chengalpattu district to join a government child welfare programme.

The 1098 Childline is India's toll-free emergency helpline for children in distress, run under the Integrated Child Protection Scheme of the Ministry of Women and Child Development. Supervisors and Case Workers engaged through this district unit respond to distress calls, coordinate rescues, and connect vulnerable children with counselling, medical care, and shelter support in coordination with local police and child welfare authorities.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Supervisor: 2 posts — Rs. 21,000/month
• Case Worker: 1 post — Rs. 18,000/month

Who Can Apply?

For Supervisor (Rs. 21,000/month):

• You need a graduate degree, preferably B.A in Social Work, Computer Science, Information Technology, Community Sociology, or Social Sciences from a recognized university.
• Proficiency in computers is required.
• Preference is given to candidates with experience working in Emergency Helplines.

For Case Worker (Rs. 18,000/month):

• You need to have passed 12th standard from a recognized board or its equivalent.
• Good communication skills are required.
• Preference is given to candidates with experience working in Emergency Helplines.

Age Limit

• The age limit for both the Supervisor and Case Worker posts is 42 years.

Salary

• Supervisor: Rs. 21,000 per month (consolidated pay)
• Case Worker: Rs. 18,000 per month (consolidated pay)

These are consolidated monthly payments for the contract period — there is no separate pay scale or grade pay since these are contractual district-level posts.

How to Apply

1. Download the notification and the relevant application form (Supervisor or Case Worker) from chengalpattu.nic.in.
2. Fill in the application form with your personal, educational, and experience details.
3. Attach self-attested copies of your certificates and mark sheets.
4. Submit the completed application in person at the District Child Protection Unit office, F-Block, New Collectorate Building, Chengalpattu – 603111.
5. Make sure your application reaches the office before 5:45 PM on 20 July 2026 — applications received after this time will not be accepted.

For queries, you can call 63826 13182.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 4 July 2026
• Last Date to Submit Application: 20 July 2026 (by 5:45 PM)

• Handle case management and support services for children in need of care and protection
• Coordinate with the District Child Protection Unit and local Emergency Helpline services
• Maintain accurate records of case files, home visits, and interventions
• Assist in rescue, counselling, and rehabilitation of vulnerable children
• Supervise field-level case workers and monitor day-to-day activities
• Prepare reports and update case data using computer systems
• Communicate with families, schools, and community members on child welfare cases
• Follow child protection guidelines and maintain confidentiality of case information