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