FamilyCare is one of regional Victoria's largest and most progressive community service organisations, operating across Greater Shepparton, Mitchell, Murrindindi, Strathbogie, and Moira. As one of the leading providers of child and family services in the region, including disability support, NDIS coordination, and carer programs, FamilyCare is deeply committed to improving outcomes for victim survivors and their children. We are also strongly focused on supporting older community members, and people with disabilities to live well and remain connected to their communities.
We foster a positive, empowering culture that supports strong leadership, professional growth, and improved outcomes for the people, clients and communities that we serve.
Job Description
About the Role
The Child Wellbeing Team provides a specialist focus within the Goulburn Support and Safety Hub (The Orange Door) on the wellbeing and development of children, young people and their families through:
Actively focusing on the best interests of children and young people at all times
Assessments that include parents/carers and the whole family
Working with men as fathers/partners
Interventions that consider children and young people as individuals in their own right, and take into consideration their opinions and wishes
Early help for children, parents and families to support wellbeing, stability, development and safety
Providing a point of contact for secondary consultation, advice and information
The Child Wellbeing Practitioner rotates between the Assessment and Planning team and the Screening, Identification and Triage team.
Key Responsibilities
Receive and process all referrals to The Orange Door while maintaining client privacy and confidentiality in accordance with legislation, policy and good practice




Liaise with The Orange Door Practice Leaders to support risk assessment and planning including with the Aboriginal Services Practice Leader, Advanced Family Violence Practice Leader, Integrated Practice Leader and Senior Child Protection Practitioner
Provide specialist consultation to other community agencies and professionals to assist their ability to deliver services to children, young people and families
Maintain accurate client records and service data as required
Align family violence risk assessment and management practice with the MARAM Framework
Develop a strong and supportive mutual relationship with funding bodies, service providers and other key stakeholders
Increase community awareness regarding issues affecting families and available support services through the provision of information, education and advocacy
Role Requirements
This role is subject to the Victorian State Government's Mandatory Minimum Qualifications (MMQ) Policy. Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Social Work or equivalent qualification, or, be working towards meeting this requirement.
If working towards meeting the MMQ, applicants must presently hold a tertiary qualification (minimum Diploma) in Social Work, Family Therapy, Community Services, Psychology or other relevant qualifications.
Critical to your Success




Sound knowledge of the issues facing vulnerable families and relevant theoretical practice frameworks including child development, trauma and attachment
Demonstrated knowledge of the Child Protection and Family Services sector and commitment to relevant legislation including the Children, Youth and Families Act ****, the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act **** and Child Safe Standards
Demonstrated experience and skills in the provision of information and advice, intake, referral, counselling, casework and consultation including the completion of detailed / complex child & family assessments, including child/youth risk assessments
Willingness to obtain a valid Working with Children Check and satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencing employment with us. If you have spent over 12 months overseas in the last 10 years, you will also be required to undergo an International Police Check or present evidence of a satisfactory check
Valid Victorian Driver Licence
Benefits
Salary packaging benefit options available up to $15,900 p.a.
Meals and entertainment packaging options available up to $2,650 p.a.
Access to company vehicles for work related travel
Generous professional development options to help you broaden your horizons and sharpen your skillset during your time with us, including a dedicated training budget
Generous leave entitlements
Accrued Day Off option to help you enjoy a healthy work-life balance
Ongoing health and wellness incentives
Access to Employee Assistance Program
FamilyCare is an equal prospect employer and encourages individuals of diverse backgrounds including those from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally and linguistically diverse and LGBTQIA+ communities to apply.
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📌 Child Wellbeing Practitioner (Shepparton)
🏢 FamilyCare
📍 Shepparton