Department of Families, Fairness & Housing VIC - Melbourne VIC

Regional locations available: Swan Hill, Hamilton, Horsham, Wodonga, Wangaratta

Commencement salary of $81,496 - $98,955 per annum (plus superannuation)

Beginning Child Protection (CPP3) is the entry level for child protection practitioners where, you will be responsible of managing a variety of cases and issues increasing in complexity with your experience, while changing the immediate future of at‑risk children and their families.

Key responsibilities

- Undertaking risk assessment, including assessment and investigation of reports to child protection
- Planning,implementingand reviewing case plans and case work tasks to address identified risks
- Coordinating and negotiating services for children and young people
- Providing or arranging practical and emotional support to children, youngpeopleand families
- Where necessary, taking matters to the Children's Court to ensure the safety of children or young people and supervising orders made by the Children's Court.

Who we are looking for?





- A strong sense of social justice and understanding that families are complex
- Confidence in building relationships with children, young people and their families
- Demonstrate an understanding of the legislative, policy and practice requirements relating to children, families and communities, including Aboriginal Child Placement Principles
- A social work, welfare, psychology relatedqualificationand/or relevant experience
- The transportation of children is a requirement of this role, as such a valid driver's licence and willingness to travel is essential

Shortlisted candidatesare required toundertake psychometric assessments followed by attending a virtual online assessment centre on Wednesday 2nd September 2026.

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will berequired.Successful candidatesare required toattend a 5weekmandatorypractice induction program

Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday 09 August 2026.

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📌 Child Protection Practitioner (Melbourne)
🏢 Department Of Families, Fairness & Housing Vic
📍 Melbourne