Building Stronger Kinship Connections

4 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeSocialWorker Full time $73,500 - $82,500

**Job Opportunity:**

The Kinship First Supports Practitioner role involves close collaboration with the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) Child Protection to support the kinship care model.

This model focuses on early identification of kinship networks, promoting placement quality and stability, building community connections, and working alongside children and young people in kinship care placements.

**Key Responsibilities Include:**

  • Conducting comprehensive assessments within kinship/kith placements identified by DFFH Child Protection, as well as voluntary kinship placements across the Brimbank and Melton local government areas.
  • Providing outreach and in-home support to children, young people, and kinship carers who face complex issues such as substance abuse, family violence, mental health challenges, and cycles of disadvantage and poverty resulting in neglect and cumulative harm.
  • Interventions involve early comprehensive assessments, brokerage, and access to family service hours ranging from 10 to 110 hours.

**Requirements and Qualifications:**

  • Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field, along with relevant experience working with vulnerable children and families.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are essential for interacting with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
  • Genuine commitment to child safety principles and a valid Working with Children Check are mandatory requirements.

**About Our Organisation:**

We are a purpose-driven organisation delivering high-quality care to people of all ages, cultures, beliefs, and circumstances.

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