Cpp4 Advanced Child Protection Practitioner, Rural

4 days ago

Bendigo, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

Location: North West Region | Bendigo

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing

**Salary**: $91,418 - $103,725

Occupation: Community Services

Reference: VG/DFFH/COPL/00378496B

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, LGBTQI+ 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.

If you’re having any trouble viewing this ad and would like it or any attachments in an accessible format (such as large print), please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on the ad.

**THE ROLE**

Rural After Hours Services (RAHS) teams are part of the After Hours Services (Statewide) service across the state.

Members of these teams conduct urgent rural area visits to respond to cases where existing and new Child Protection clients are at significant risk and require an urgent out of hours response. Practitioners conducting this response will consult with team managers throughout the outreach regarding key decisions.

In this team, you will enjoy a critical, fast-paced environment whilst working part-time hours during the day and on call during weeknights, weekends and public holidays.

The core function of the RAHS team is to:

- respond to reports about children where there is concern that they are in need of protection
- undertake investigations and develop plans to ensure the immediate safety and wellbeing of children and young people
- visit children or families in urgent cases where harm or likelihood of harm requires immediate Child Protection involvement
- initiate and prepare matters for the Children's Court
- work closely with other professionals such as police, family violence services, Aboriginal Controlled Community Organisations (ACCO) and medical professionals to share information and conduct a shared approach to risk.

As a member of this team you are eligible for a standby (on-call) allowance for each time period you are on standby, regardless of whether you are called out on an outreach visit, as well as additional overtime rates for hours worked when called out on outreach visits.

**ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE**

1. Risk assessment and analysis - gathers information through a variety of sources and technologies in order to identify, articulate, and plan for the risks relating to each situation. Applies a strong forensic lens, and professional judgement, to analyse the available evidence.

2. Case planning review and case management - draws insights from assessment and analysis to formulate a meaningful and effective case plan, and reviews case progress and outcomes. Co-ordinates and leads the planning, review, and management of casework within DFFH and across other agencies and services.

3. Critical enquiry - uses evidence-based frameworks to investigate issues and is able to understand the root cause of each issue as well as the potential implications.

Please open the position description to read more.

**VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS POLICY**

The department may require its employees to be fully vaccinated against preventable diseases such as the current coronavirus (COVID-19). The department's COVID-19 Vaccination requirements policy(Word) outlines the requirements for existing employees, other workplace participants and prospective employees. Please read in full prior to applying.

**HOW TO APPLY**

Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
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.

  • Advanced Child Protection Practitioner

    4 days ago

    Bendigo, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

    An exciting opportunity exists for an Advanced Child Protection Practitioner with our Rural After Hours Team in Bendigo. THE ROLE The Advanced Child Protection Practitioner receives and assesses reports of alleged abuse and neglect of children and young people. They undertake investigations and develop plans to bring about the changes necessary to ensure the...

  • Cpp4 Advanced Child Protection Practitioner, Rural

    4 days ago

    Bendigo, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

    THE ROLE Rural After Hours Services (RAHS) teams are part of the After Hours Services (Statewide) service across the state. Members of these teams conduct urgent rural area visits to respond to cases where existing and new Child Protection clients are at significant risk and require an urgent out of hours response. Practitioners conducting this response will...

  • Child Protection Practice Leader Positions

    1 week ago

    Bendigo, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

    Location: North West Region | Bendigo Job type: Full time Organisation: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing **Salary**: $114,830 - $125,735 Occupation: Community Services Reference: VG/DFFH/ND/581745 The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and...

  • Child Protection Practice Leader Positions

    1 week ago

    Bendigo, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

    Practice Leader - Case Planning - Practice leader - Navigator - Practice Leader - Aboriginal Family Led Decision Maker (AFLDM) New opportunities exist for 3 Practice Leaders to join our Child Protection team in the Loddon Area. This is a great opportunity to work collaboratively with Practice Leaders and Child Protection teams to lead and implement...

  • Child Protection Specialist

    6 days ago

    Bendigo, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

    Location: North West Region | Bendigo Job type: Full time Organisation: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing **Salary**: $129,379 - $151,259 Occupation: Community Services Reference: VG/DFFH/ND/631381 The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and...

  • Child Protection Manager Position

    18 hours ago

    Bendigo, Victoria, Australia Entrust Social Care Ltd Full time

    Key ResponsibilitiesThe responsibilities of this role include:Leading a child protection team consisting of social workers who respond to referrals, hold child in need and child protection cases as well as placements with parents.Conducting child protection work.Maintaining care management.Managing a caseload.Performing home visits.Participating in court...

  • Solicitor, Child Protection Litigation Office

    7 days ago

    Bendigo, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

    Location: North West Region | Bendigo Job type: Full time Organisation: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing **Salary**: $72,751 - $88,336 Occupation: Legal Reference: VG/DFFH/CDS/683426 The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued...

  • Executive Assistant

    4 days ago

    Bendigo, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

    Location: North West Region | Bendigo Job type: Full time Organisation: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing **Salary**: $72,751 - $88,336 Occupation: Community Services Reference: VG/DFFH/ND/378316A The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and...

  • Child Protection Services Director

    8 hours ago

    Bendigo, Victoria, Australia Victoria Legal Aid Full time

    About YouYou possess extensive experience in the provision of advocacy services in community services, social work or other similar sectors.You have demonstrated ability to supervise, mentor and train staff to develop their advocacy skills.You have knowledge of the child protection and child and family services systems and the challenges experienced by...

  • Child Protection Specialist

    6 days ago

    Bendigo, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

    ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE - Provide authoritative, strategic advice and professional expertise to key internal and external stakeholders on critical policy, funding, and program development. - Collaboration - engages, consults, and co-designs solutions with children and their families, other practitioners and teams, agencies, services, and the community, in...

  • Team Lead

    22 hours ago

    Bendigo, Victoria, Australia State of Victoria Full time

    Role OverviewThe Senior Advocate will play a key role in leading a team of advocates to deliver advocacy services to families in the child protection system. This role requires a highly skilled professional with extensive experience in supervision, mentoring, and training staff.About the Team:The team works closely with families, VLA colleagues, and agencies...

  • Solicitor, Child Protection Litigation Office

    7 days ago

    Bendigo, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

    THE ROLE The Solicitor role in the Child Protection Litigation Office (CPLO) will provide considered legal advice, conduct litigation, and instruct and appear on behalf of the Secretary to the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing in various courts including the Children's Court, the Supreme Court, and related jurisdictions. This position will involve...

  • Executive Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Bendigo, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

    Location: North West Region | Bendigo Job type: Full time Organisation: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing **Salary**: $90,067 - $102,192 Occupation: Administration/Secretarial Reference: VG/ND/LA/377835 The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe,...

  • Executive Assistant

    4 days ago

    Bendigo, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

    Great Opportunity to join the Child Protection Administration team in Bendigo - Highly rewarding career opportunities - Supportive and collaborative team approach THE ROLE Executive Assistants provide a point of contact for key stakeholders from a diverse range of organisations, government, private, public and community services sectors. Attention to...

  • Qualified Social Worker, Team Manager, Knowsley Council, Child Protection Team

    24 hours ago

    Bendigo, Victoria, Australia Entrust Social Care Ltd Full time

    Qualified Social Worker, Team Manager, Knowsley Council, Child Protection TeamKnowsleyRef: EN105-211Division: Childrens ServicesSpecialist Area: Team ManagerLocation: KnowsleyJob type: ContractSalary (per hour): Negotiable dependent on experience and pay scheme selectedReference: EN105-211Job DescriptionQualified Social Worker, Team Manager, Knowsley...

  • 2 X Deputy Area Operations Manager Cpp6.1- Child

    5 days ago

    Bendigo, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

    Location: North West Region | Bendigo Job type: Full time / Ongoing Organisation: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing **Salary**: $127,467 - $149,024 Occupation: Community Services Reference: VG/DFFH/ND/LODDON_DAOM The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a...

  • Alcohol and Other Drugs Practitioner

    7 days ago

    Bendigo, Australia Employment Plus AU Full time

    Number of Positions Available: 1 - Start your career with The Salvation Army today! - We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies. - ABOUT US - The Salvation Army is one of Australia’s...

  • Child Care Coordinator

    2 weeks ago

    Bendigo, Australia After The Bell Aus Full time

    **AFTER THE BELL AUS** - Start a new career with us!_ After The Bell Aus is seeking an energetic, dedicated, and passionate educator who enjoys working with children, either with experience or new to the role at our **St Peter's Bendigo **Outside School Hours Care Program.** Part-time Position - Part-time - a permanent opportunity for a shared OSHC...

  • Child Care Coordinator

    7 days ago

    Bendigo, Australia After The Bell Aus Full time

    **AFTER THE BELL AUS** - Start a new career with us!_ After The Bell Aus is seeking an energetic, dedicated, and passionate educator who enjoys working with children, either with experience or new to the role at our **St Peter's Bendigo **Outside School Hours Care Program.** Part-time Position - Part-time - a permanent opportunity for a shared OSHC...

  • Child Care Coordinator

    2 days ago

    Bendigo, Australia After The Bell Aus Full time

    **AFTER THE BELL AUS** - Start a new career with us!_ After The Bell Aus is seeking an energetic, dedicated, and passionate educator who enjoys working with children, either with experience or new to the role at our **St Peter's Bendigo Outside School Hours Care Program.** **Second In Charge Part-time Position-** - Part-time - a permanent opportunity for a...