Social Worker: Early Intervention for Kids 0–8

Department of Education Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education Victoria in Coburg is recruiting a Thriving Kids Social Worker to support children aged 0-8 and their families. You will provide practical, evidence-informed assessments and tailored interventions to promote development, participation and inclusion in everyday life.

Join a multidisciplinary team across education, health and community services. You will build family capacity, work across home, early childhood and school environments, and contribute to a fresh model of

Qualifications

• Qualifications and eligibility for registration as a Social Worker.
• Experience in child development and early intervention.
• Experience with children aged 0-8 and their families.
• Ability to apply sound clinical reasoning and evidence-informed assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-informed Social Worker assessment and advice tailored to each child and family.
• Build parents' knowledge, skills and confidence to support daily development.
• Deliver targeted, time-limited allied health support in homes, early childhood and school settings.
• Collaborate with families and professionals across education, health and community services.
• Contribute to shaping a new service model for Thriving Kids.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Family-centred practice

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Eligibility for registration as Social Worker

Job description

Department of Education Victoria in Coburg is recruiting a Thriving Kids Social Worker to support children aged 0-8 and their families. You will provide practical, evidence-informed assessments and tailored interventions to promote development, participation and inclusion in everyday life.

Join a multidisciplinary team across education, health and community services. You will build family capacity, work across home, early childhood and school environments, and contribute to a fresh model of