Child Protection Practice Leader Navigator

Sarkarinaukridaily; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing programs

Regional benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Driver's license

WWCC required

Job summary

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing in Victoria seeks a Practice Leader (Child Protection Navigator). This role supports activation of the Family Preservation and Reunification Response and focuses on child safety, wellbeing and development through trauma-informed, culturally safe practice.

You will lead risk assessment, case planning, critical inquiry and reporting, guiding teams toward coordinated, child-centered responses while advancing practice culture across Child Protection

Qualifications

• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
• A valid driver’s licence is required and willingness to travel including in regional Victoria.
• Hold or obtain a Victorian Working with Children Check (WWCC).

Responsibilities

• Risk assessment and analysis: authorises plans and decisions in relation to risk assessment, analysis and mitigation/intervention.
• Case planning review and case management: leads planning, review and management of their own and team members' case work.
• Critical inquiry: leads planning, review and management of issues in line with best practice principles and legislative requirements.
• Standardised reporting: reviews team documents including court reports, case plans and assessments, ensuring reporting obligations are met.

Job description

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing in Victoria seeks a Practice Leader (Child Protection Navigator). This role supports activation of the Family Preservation and Reunification Response and focuses on child safety, wellbeing and development through trauma-informed, culturally safe practice.

You will lead risk assessment, case planning, critical inquiry and reporting, guiding teams toward coordinated, child-centered responses while advancing practice culture across Child Protection