Senior Child Protection Practitioner - Regional Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

15 days personal/carers leave

Regional retention allowance $2,500

Annual clothing allowance $650

Flexible work arrangements

Wellbeing programs (CPWP/CPHP)

Job summary

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) in Victoria is seeking a Senior Child Protection Practitioner for the Loddon area. You will supervise team members, collaborate with the Team Manager, and support case practice to ensure safety, stability and development of children and young people.

The role includes travel, potential overnight work, and flexible hours. A social work or related qualification and 4+ years in child protection are preferred; a valid driver's license and WWCC

Qualifications

• Social work, welfare or psychology related qualification preferred.
• 4+ years' work experience in child protection and/or child, youth and family welfare.
• A valid driver's license.
• Hold or obtain a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC).

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.

Education

Social work/welfare/psychology qualification

Job description

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) in Victoria is seeking a Senior Child Protection Practitioner for the Loddon area. You will supervise team members, collaborate with the Team Manager, and support case practice to ensure safety, stability and development of children and young people.

The role includes travel, potential overnight work, and flexible hours. A social work or related qualification and 4+ years in child protection are preferred; a valid driver's license and WWCC