Join an organisation that achieves real outcomes for children, young people and their families.
At OzChild we are on a journey to discover and apply new approaches and best practices to achieve better outcomes for vulnerable Australians through the programs and services we deliver.
This is achieved through collaboration.
We provide solutions that improve outcomes for our clients.
Our approach is strategic and agile as well as being systemic and forward-thinking.
As the organisation aims to strengthen our impact through evidence-based programs, the OzChild leadership team has committed to developing, training and evolving our people as enablers to achieving our strategic objective to grow and disrupt the sector.
Frankston, VIC $105,000 - $110,000 / Year PP - Part-time Permanent
Strengthening Families Practitioner
Permanent Part-Time | 0.8 FTE (4 days per week)
Frankston
SCHADS Level 5 | $105,****** pro rata + superannuation
Make a difference in the lives of children and families
At OzChild, we believe every child and young person deserves to be safe, respected, nurtured and supported to reach their full potential.
For over 170 years, OzChild has been supporting children, young people and families by providing healing, preventing abuse and neglect, and strengthening families.
We work alongside families, communities and government to create sustainable change and better outcomes for children.
We are seeking a passionateStrengthening Families Practitionerto join our team based inFrankston, supporting families across theBayside Peninsula catchment area.
This role provides an opportunity to work directly with children, young people and families experiencing vulnerability and complex needs.
Using a strengths-based and family-centred approach, you will support families to build capacity, strengthen relationships, reduce risk and achieve positive outcomes.
About the role




Deliver child-focused, family-centred interventions that promote safety, wellbeing and positive outcomes
Engage with children, young people and families using culturally responsive and strengths-based approaches
Complete assessments, planning, interventions and reviews in partnership with families and key stakeholders
Support families to develop skills, resilience and stronger relationships
Apply evidence-informed practice approaches including relational practice, motivational interviewing, Safe & TogetherTM and MARAM
Work collaboratively with Child Protection, community services and other professionals to support coordinated responses
Maintain high-quality case records, assessments and outcome reporting
Participate in supervision, reflective practice and ongoing professional development
About you
You are a passionate practitioner who is committed to improving outcomes for children and families and brings experience working within the child and family services sector.
A tertiary qualification inSocial Work, Psychology, Community Services or a related discipline
Experience working with vulnerable children, young people and families
Understanding of child safety, risk assessment and family support practice
Experience engaging families experiencing complexity and vulnerability
Experience working alongside Child Protection or statutory services
Strong communication, relationship-building and organisational skills
The ability to work flexibly to meet family and service needs




Current Working with Children Check
National Police Check (and International Police Check where applicable)
Current Driver's Licence and access to reliable transport
Completion of mandatory training upon commencement
What OzChild Offers
At OzChild, we value our people and invest in their wellbeing, growth and professional development.
We offer:
SCHADS Level 5 salary of$105,558 pro rata + superannuation
Salary packaging benefits up to$15,900 per year, plus an additional$2,650 Meals & Entertainment benefit
Ex gratia days over the Easter and Christmas periods
Ongoing professional development, supervision and reflective practice
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
A supportive and collaborative team culture with regular virtual check-ins to help you stay connected
A workplace that celebrates diversity, inclusion, cultural competence and shared values
OzChild is committed to providing a recruitment process that embraces equity, diversity and inclusion.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure every applicant has an equal opportunity to participate.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of all genders, sexual orientations and identities.
OzChild is committed to the employment of Aboriginal people and to creating a workplace where Aboriginal cultures, knowledge and values are respected, celebrated and supported.
OzChild is a child-secure organisation committed to protecting children and young people from all forms of abuse, bullying, exploitation and neglect.
We are dedicated to creating environments where children are safe and feel safe.
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📌 Strengthening Families Practitioner - Part Time Perm Frankston (Melbourne)
🏢 OzChild
📍 Melbourne