The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life.
Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.
We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.
We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
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The Role
To be an effective Senior Child Protection Practitioner, you will have a strong sense of social justice and understand that families are complex, with their own unique histories. Importantly, you will be able to collaborate with the Team Manager to strengthen case practice, provide effective service delivery and to support other practitioners in the development of plans to bring about the changes necessary to ensure the safety, stability and development of children and young people.




At the CPP5.1 Senior Practitioner level, you will supervise team members in daily tasks through a structured and supportive learning program. This role will hold a caseload commensurate with supervisory responsibilities.
Accountabilities Include
Risk assessment and analysis:
further develops and coach's others in their understanding of risk assessment and analysis
Case planning review and case management:
provides case planning advice, guidance and support to others; directly supports and inputs into cases where there is unacceptable risk to the child
Critical inquiry:
leads planning, review and management of issues in line with best practice principles and legislative requirements
Standardised reporting:
provides critical feedback and opportunities for development Reflective practice: facilitates reflective practice for team members
Practice Induction Program (PIP)
All new Child Protection practitioners are required to complete mandatory, full-time five-weekPractice Induction Program (PIP). This training is designed to provide current employees with the necessary practice of knowledge and skills relating to the role. This is delivered online and in person with attendance in Melbourne required for some week blocks.
This role requires a Working with Children Check.
Further advice on obtaining this check can be found here:
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a n ational police check and misconduct screening.
Applications close Wednesday 23 September
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📌 Senior Child Protection Practitioner (Sait) (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Melbourne