Brief Description 12-month fixed term full-time prospect (1.0 FTE)

Salary packaging, gifted leave at Christmas and Easter

Flexible and supportive team environment

Competitive above-award salary, SCHADS Level 6 – $117,645.90 pro rata (plus super) About The Role The Child Wellbeing Intake and Assessment Practitioner provides intake, assessment, triage and referral support to children, young people and families experiencing vulnerability, safety concerns and complex needs. Working within a multidisciplinary environment, you will undertake child-focused assessments, identify risks and protective factors, provide timely responses to presenting concerns, and connect families with the services and supports they need. You will work collaboratively with practitioners from across the community services sector to deliver integrated, coordinated and culturally safe responses that promote safety, wellbeing and positive outcomes for children and families.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about early intervention, child wellbeing and family support, and who enjoys working within a collaborative practice environment that supports continuous learning and professional growth. This role reports to the Team Leader and is offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract within the Bayside Peninsula region. Internal secondment applications are welcome.

Key Responsibilities Undertake intake, screening, triage, risk assessment and service planning activities for children, young people and families

Identify and respond to child wellbeing concerns, vulnerability and family complexities using evidence-informed practice frameworks

Deliver timely crisis responses, targeted interventions and referrals to appropriate support services

Work collaboratively with internal and external practitioners to develop coordinated and integrated support plans

Participate in case consultations, case conferencing and multidisciplinary practice discussions

Apply child-centred, trauma-informed and culturally safe approaches to all client interactions

Support families to navigate the service system and access services that strengthen safety, wellbeing and resilience

Maintain accurate and timely client records, case notes and reporting requirements

Contribute to continuous improvement activities, reflective practice and service development initiatives

Participate in ongoing supervision,



training and professional development opportunities About You Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology or a related discipline in accordance with Family Violence Reform Recommendation 209 requirements

Demonstrated experience in child wellbeing and/or family violence is essential

Sound knowledge of child development, child wellbeing frameworks and family-centred practice approaches

Experience undertaking risk assessments and working with children, young people and families experiencing complex needs

Understanding of the Best Interests Principles Framework and the ability to undertake child-focused assessment and planning

Knowledge of cultural safety principles and experience working with diverse communities

Experience within family violence services, integrated family services, child protection, community services or related settings

Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary and collaborative service environments

Commitment to reflective practice, continuous improvement and delivering high-quality client outcomes Benefits Salary packaging - up to $15,900 in tax-free pay per year, plus entertainment up to $2650

4 days gifted leave at Christmas and Easter (pro rata)

12 weeks paid parental leave (primary career)

Additional leave through purchase leave pathways

Employee Assistance Program, a free and confidential counselling service

Eligible for participation in the portable long service leave program About Us Our 2023-2027 strategy outlines the world we want to see and our role in advancing it. We aspire for all women, girls, and families to be safe, well, strong, and connected. We strive for equity, dignity and social justice for women, girls and families by collaborating globally and acting locally, supporting our communities in Australia and New Zealand to thrive.

We want women, girls and families to live full and dignified lives, have dignified income and enjoy financial wellbeing. We aim to provide place-based, people-centred, holistic services while working at the system level to achieve bold and audacious reform.



We currently offer microfinance programs and products, financial counselling and coaching, family and domestic violence support services, family and youth programs, playgroups, education programs and community houses.

These services are complemented by research and strong advocacy to address the underlying structural causes of injustice, exclusion, and inequality.

Good Shepherd Australia New

Zealand (GSANZ) respects the dignity of all people, draws strength from, and celebrates the diversity of our community. At GSANZ, we strive for an inclusive culture where all identities feel safe and that they belong. We welcome and actively seek applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all sexual orientations and gender expressions and identities, people with disability, and culturally and racially marginalised people.

Each person’s individual decision regarding disclosure will be fully respected.

How To Apply Please click 'Apply' to complete your application. Please upload your resume and a brief cover letter addressing the requirements of the role. Applications are considered as they are received.

To view the position description, please visit 2026.08_Position Description_Child Wellbeing Intake and Assessment Practitioner.pdf We recognise that applicants may hesitate to disclose their need for adjustments during recruitment due to concerns about discrimination. To address this, Good Shepherd asks all candidates about any required accommodations, with the intention of minimizing any sense of exclusion or discomfort associated with requesting adjustments. Good Shepherd believes in genuine inclusive practice and employment and will therefore offer job customisation to meet the varying needs of diverse candidates.

Personal data held by Good Shepherd Australia New Zealand relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website. We recognise the rich diversity of people across Australia. We are committed to ensuring that our team is reflective of the diverse community we serve and to supporting a culture of equity, inclusion and diversity.

Good Shepherd Australia New

Zealand is a Child Safe employer. Employment is subject to satisfactory referee checks, a current employment working with Children Check, National Criminal History check and proof of the right to work in Australia.

📌 Child Wellbeing Intake and Assessment Practitioner (Melbourne)
🏢 Good Shepherd Australia New Zealand
📍 Melbourne