When families face complex challenges, the right support can help restore safety, strengthen relationships and create hope for the future. As a Child and Family Practitioner, you’ll walk alongside families as they heal, build confidence and move towards lasting change.

Based in Hamlyn Heights, you’ll support children, young people and parents experiencing complex and enduring challenges. Through evidence-informed, trauma-aware support, you’ll help families restore safety,

strengthen parenting capacity and build the connections they need to move forward. Working within Meli’s Restoring family support stream, you’ll partner with families and community services to respond to risk, promote healing and prevent disadvantage from continuing across generations. This is meaningful work where thoughtful practice, strong relationships and timely intervention can help families create safer, healthier futures.

As a Child and Family Practitioner, you will:

- Build trusted relationships with families through assertive outreach and tailored support.
- Strengthen family capacity through evidence-informed assessment, planning and intervention.
- Coordinate services and partnerships that improve safety, stability and access to support.
- Advocate for children and families while contributing to inclusive, high-quality practice.

Position Details

- Full time, ongoing position
- 1 FTE working 38 hours per week
- $105,835 p/a + Super + Salary Packaging

What We’re Looking For We value individuals who bring dedication, empathy, and expertise to their roles. To succeed in this position, you will have:

- A relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Welfare Studies, Alcohol and Other Drugs,



Behavioural Sciences or related field
- Demonstrated understanding of managing complex cases with strong case practice including client advocacy, therapeutic interventions and family support in line with evidence informed frameworks.
- Demonstrated understanding of risk and needs assessments
- Demonstrated knowledge of the factors that can impact on a parent’s ability to care for children and knowledge of the service system and resources available that can support parents, children and young people

Why Work with Us? At Meli, we offer more than just a job—we provide a platform to thrive, grow, and make an impact. Our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) includes:

- **Supportive Culture:**Join a values-driven organization that fosters collaboration and innovation.
- **Career Growth:**Access ongoing Learning & Development opportunities and clear pathways for progression.
- **Financial Perks:**Enjoy salary packaging up to $15,900 per year, enhancing your financial well-being.
- **Work-Life Balance:**Benefit from flexible ways of working.
- **Employee Wellbeing:**Participate in employee-led Inclusion Working Groups, access confidential counselling via our Employee Assistance Program, and enjoy paid parental leave above the government scheme.




- **Diversity and Inclusion:**Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and actively supports individuals from all walks of life.

How to Apply We’re excited to hear from you! Please submit your application, including a résumé and addressing the key selection criteria in the application form. Applications close 11:59pm, Sunday 18th October 2026

For more information about the position please contactSarah Grey, Team Leader Restoring on [0418 653 425](tel:0418 653 425).

Join Our Commitment

Meli is committed to providing a child-safe environment. We have zero tolerance of any abuse or harm of children. Our recruitment practices reflect our commitment to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. All employment with Meli is subject to reference checks, a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check, VIT Check (where applicable) and a current Working with Children Check prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

Meli is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ community members, people living with disabilities, and those looking to return to the workforce.

Our usual process includes a written application, a phone call and a panel interview. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please email us at [email protected] to discuss how we can best support you.

Take the Next Step

If you’re ready to inspire change and make a lasting impact, click Apply Now and start your journey with Meli.

📌 Child and Family Practitioner - Restoring (Geelong)
🏢 Meli
📍 Geelong