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Full-time, Maximum term parental leave cover until 31/08/2027
Based in Broadmeadows
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Broadmeadows, VIC, ****
Child, Youth & Families
Maximum Term Full Time
Closing on: Aug *******
Your new role
As a Lead Practitioner, you will deliver family services to support children, young people, and their families who are experiencing challenges and vulnerabilities. In this role, you will provide evidence informed interventions aligned with the family's needs and Uniting's Therapeutic Model of Care (TMoC), that promote safety, stability and development.
About The Program
The Family Services platform is organised around three conceptual interconnected service streams, along a continuum of need, to make services simpler to navigate, offering families a more personalised experience.
Restoring Families is for families with significant and enduring needs, offering comprehensive, intensive and targeted in-home child and family supports.
Perks Of Working At Uniting
Our work isn't easy, but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.
Access salary packaging to increase take-home pay.
Enjoy a 10% discount at Uniting Early Learning
Up to 10 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers (4 for secondary).
Free counselling with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Access training and development opportunities to help you grow
Enjoy 25% off at Uniting Op Shops.
Your skills and experience
Minimum tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Welfare or a related discipline




Current Drivers License valid for Victoria
Demonstrated ability in child, youth and family welfare.
Experience with vulnerable families and adolescents.
Strong knowledge of Best Interests Case Practice Model and CYFA ****.
Advanced understanding of child development, trauma and attachment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
For any questions, reach out to Jess Khoury on ************
About Uniting
At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.
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Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a 'child safe' organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.
Through the recruitment process, we will ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional, however, it can help us support you better. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal, a person with disability, from a diverse background or LGBT+. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support you.
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📌 Lead Practitioner Family Services (Melbourne)
🏢 Uniting Vic.Tas
📍 Melbourne