Senior Child Protection Practitioner — Flexible & Impactful

Department of Families Fairness and Housing; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing in Victoria is seeking Senior Child Protection Practitioners for roles in the Hume Merri-Bek and North Eastern Melbourne areas (Preston). A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel, including country regions, are essential.

You may work occasional overnights and do extra hours to safeguard children's wellbeing. Key duties include reflection and supervision of staff, building strong relationships with teams and stakeholders, and providing

Qualifications

• 4+ years' work experience in child protection or child, youth and family welfare.

Responsibilities

• Assist others to reflect on interpersonal interactions, encouraging self-reflection to enhance relationships and communication.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with the team, colleagues and other stakeholders.
• Develop and coach others in their understanding of risk assessment and analysis.
• Provide case planning advice, guidance and support to others; directly supports and inputs into cases where there is unacceptable risk.
• Lead planning, review and management of issues in line with best practice principles and legislative requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Risk assessment

Coaching

Case planning

Education

Social work / welfare / psychology qualification

Job description

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing in Victoria is seeking Senior Child Protection Practitioners for roles in the Hume Merri-Bek and North Eastern Melbourne areas (Preston). A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel, including country regions, are essential.

You may work occasional overnights and do extra hours to safeguard children's wellbeing. Key duties include reflection and supervision of staff, building strong relationships with teams and stakeholders, and providing