Child Protection Specialist

4 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Victorian Government Full time

About the Role

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) is committed to creating equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life. As an Advanced Child Protection Practitioner, you will play a critical role in achieving this goal by working with children, families and support networks to ensure their safety and well-being.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Critical Assessment and Reflection
  • Engage in risk assessment and analysis as well as case management, reporting and reflective practice.
Engaging Others
  • Engage with children, their families and support networks, collaborating with other practitioners and services to share knowledge and expertise.
Delivering Results
  • Problem solve, make informed practice decisions, deliver improvements and manage budgets to achieve best outcomes.
Leading and Inspiring
  • Provide practice leadership to families and stakeholders, lead and develop colleagues and work to improve existing systems in the DFFH.

What We Offer

The DFFH offers a supportive and hard-working team environment, opportunities for professional development and a chance to make a meaningful contribution to the safety and well-being of children in Victoria.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need suitable Welfare, Social Work or Psychology qualifications and relevant child protection or child and family social work experience.

How to Apply

Multiple vacancies are available, and you are encouraged to nominate your top three preferred locations in your application.



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