Position: Part‑time (9 days per fortnight), Ongoing – Blackburn, VIC

Category: Child, Youth & Families

SCHADS Level 5 + Super + Salary packaging. Increase take‑home pay with access to $15,900 salary packing perks.

Closing date: Aug 5, 2026.

Your Impact Will Include
Promoting and responding to stability and wellbeing for children and young people.
Coordinating and leading case coordination with multiple stakeholders.
Connecting families with community resources.
Responding to concerns that impact on parenting such as mental health, alcohol and other drugs or family violence.

Benefits of working at Uniting
Working in a large values‑led organisation with real community impact.
Up to $15,900 in salary packaging advantages that can be used for living expenses such as groceries, bills, clothing and streaming services.
Save on dining out and drinks with a meal entertainment benefit of $2,650 annually.




Increase your annual leave entitlements through our purchase leave program.
Up to 10 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers (4 weeks for secondary).
An extra 17.5% on top of your fortnightly pay when you take paid annual leave.
Opt in or out of public holidays and be respected for your unique background.

Your skills and experience

Minimum tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Welfare or a related discipline is essential.

You Will Also Have
Demonstrated ability in child, youth and family welfare.
Experience with vulnerable families and adolescents.
Solid knowledge of Best Interests Case Practice Model and CYFA 2005.
Advanced understanding of child development, trauma and attachment.

For further information, contact Felicity Townsend at or .
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