Senior Child Protection Specialist, Community-Based

Victorian Government; Wangaratta; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) in Victoria is seeking a Senior Child Protection Practitioner (Community Based) to work within the Support and Safety Hub network. You will provide expert advice, support and consultation to hubs, family services, and specialist programs, helping to intervene earlier and more effectively for vulnerable children and families.

A valid driver's licence, willingness to travel including in-country regions, and flexibility for occasional

Qualifications

• Experience in child protection or multidisciplinary settings.
• Ability to provide expert advice to hubs and services.
• Willingness to travel across Victoria.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and consultation to Hubs staff and partner services.
• Support earlier intervention for vulnerable children and families.
• Attend local meetings and occasional overnight work.

Skills

Risk assessment

Case planning

Consultation skills

Interagency collaboration

Job description

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) in Victoria is seeking a Senior Child Protection Practitioner (Community Based) to work within the Support and Safety Hub network. You will provide expert advice, support and consultation to hubs, family services, and specialist programs, helping to intervene earlier and more effectively for vulnerable children and families.

A valid driver's licence, willingness to travel including in-country regions, and flexibility for occasional