Salary Range: $116,413 - $128,631 pa plus super

Senior Child Protection Practitioner roles:

Various metro and regional opportunities are currently available across the state, you will be able to select your office preference as part of the application process.

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.

The transportation of children is a requirement of this role, as such a valid driver's licence and willingness to travel, including in country regions is essential. There may be the requirement to work overnight and, travel in evenings and early mornings. On occasions, additional hours may be required to ensure the wellbeing of children. Department vehicles are used to support this role.

- assist others to reflect on interpersonal interactions, encouraging self-reflection to enhance relationships and communication
- establish and maintain strong relationships with the team, colleagues and other stakeholders




- develop and coach others in their understanding of risk assessment and analysis
- provide case planning advice, guidance and support to others; directly supports and inputs into cases where there is unacceptable risk
- lead planning, review and management of issues in line with best practice principles and legislative requirements

- CommencementSalary of $116,413 to $128,631 per annum (plus superannuation)
- Access to free Child protection wellbeing program (CPWP) and child protection health program (CPHP) designed to support the wellbeing of child protection staff
- Generous leave provisions, 20 days of annual leave, 15 days of personal/carers leave, an extra 5 days of additional leave after 12 months of service
- Child Protection Practice Induction Program delivered over 5 weeks, to equip new starts with the necessary practice knowledge and skills
- Regional benefits, retention allowance of $2,500 for child protection practitioners that live in certain regional locations. Find out more here Regional Advantages
- Flexibility work arrangements, flexible start and finish times, condensed working arrangements, part-time options and more
- Preferred candidates will have a social work, welfare,



psychology relatedqualificationand/or relevant experience. Read more about our qualification requirements
- A valid driver's license (learner's permit not acceptable)
- Hold or obtain a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Applications are open from 28September 2026 and close at 11:59pm on 26 October 2026

* If you have full registration or membership with a Social Work Board or Association within or outside Australia, please attach a copy.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Relevant pre-employment screening andreference checks will berequired.

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

Our department oversees the portfolios of housing, child protection, disability, ageing and carers, prevention of family violence, women, veterans, youth, LGBTIQA+ equality. In delivering across these portfolios, we work every day to achieve a fairer, safer and more inclusive Victoria. We support people so they can feel empowered, safe and secure.

Our department oversees the portfolios of housing, child protection, disability, ageing and carers, prevention of family violence, women, veterans, youth, LGBTIQA+ equality. In delivering across these portfolios, we work every day to achieve a fairer, safer and more inclusive Victoria. We support people so they can feel empowered, safe and secure.

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📌 Senior Child Protection Practitioners (Melbourne)
🏢 Department Of Families, Fairness And Housing
📍 Melbourne