Senior Child Protection Specialist — Community Hub

Department of Families, Fairness & Housing VIC; Frankston; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Families, Fairness & Housing VIC in Frankston, VIC is seeking a Senior Child Protection Practitioner (Community Based). The role operates within the Support and Safety Hubs, providing expert advice and collaboration across services to intervene early and protect vulnerable children and families.

Travel to engagements in Melbourne is possible; mandatory practice induction program applies. The position requires participation in a Practice Induction Program (PIP) and a Working with

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications listed in the ad.

Responsibilities

• Risk assessment and analysis: coach others in risk assessment and analysis.
• Case planning review and case management: provide guidance and support; directly input into high-risk cases.
• Critical inquiry: lead planning, review and management of issues per best practice and legislative requirements.

Job description

Department of Families, Fairness & Housing VIC in Frankston, VIC is seeking a Senior Child Protection Practitioner (Community Based). The role operates within the Support and Safety Hubs, providing expert advice and collaboration across services to intervene early and protect vulnerable children and families.

Travel to engagements in Melbourne is possible; mandatory practice induction program applies. The position requires participation in a Practice Induction Program (PIP) and a Working with