Job Description

Department of Families, Fairness & Housing VIC – Gippsland VIC

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Child Protection Practioner (CPP3) roles

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

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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.

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Key responsibilities

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- Undertaking risk assessment, including assessment and investigation of reports to child protection
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- Planning,implementingand reviewing case plans and case work tasks to address identified risks
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- Coordinating and negotiating services for children and young people
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- Providing or arranging practical and emotional support to children, youngpeopleand families
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- 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.
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Who we are looking for?

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

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We've created a program to support you in your new role. The New Starter Employee Support and Training program runs for 12 months. It offers tailored support to help you build your skills and confidence in the role.

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You'll learn:

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- how we work
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- what the local priorities are, and how your work will contribute to these priorities
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- about the local child protection service system. This includes learning who the key funded agencies are, and what services they offer.
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You will continue to receive ongoing support in the role to help you succeed.

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Career opportunities

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You will be able to access the same career opportunities in regional locations as if you were in metropolitan locations. You will have full access to the range of wellbeing and development programs.

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Relocating to Gippsland

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The department may offer relocation support to help with your move. This will allow you to focus on settling in and getting started in your new role.

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You will be able to access Child Protection Retention Allowance. This is available once you are working and living in Gippsland. Visit the regional benefits web page for more information.

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Our recruitment process

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Shortlisted candidatesare required toundertake psychometric assessments followed by attending a virtual online assessment centre on Wednesday 04 November 2026.

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

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Applications close at 11:59pm onSunday 11 October 2026.

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If you require any adjustments to fullyparticipatein the recruitment process or need the advert or attachments in an accessible format, please contact us.

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