Rural Child Protection Specialist

2 days ago


Bendigo, Victoria, Australia beBeeRisk Full time $91,418 - $103,725
Job Opportunity

The Rural After Hours Services (RAHS) team is seeking a skilled professional to join their critical role in responding to urgent cases where children are at risk.

This vital position involves:

  • Responding to reports about children who require protection services
  • Conducting investigations and developing plans to ensure the immediate safety and wellbeing of children and young people
  • Visiting children or families in urgent cases where harm or likelihood of harm requires immediate Child Protection involvement
  • Preparing matters for the Children's Court
  • Collaborating with other professionals, including police, family violence services, Aboriginal Controlled Community Organisations (ACCO), and medical professionals, to share information and conduct a shared approach to risk management

Key responsibilities include:

Risk Assessment and Analysis
  • Collecting and analysing information from various sources to identify and mitigate risks associated with each situation
  • Applying forensic expertise and professional judgement to assess evidence and inform decision-making
Case Planning Review and Case Management
  • Developing effective case plans based on thorough assessment and analysis
  • Reviewing case progress and coordinating the planning, review, and management of casework within the Department for Families and Communities and across other agencies and services
Critical Enquiry
  • Using evidence-based frameworks to investigate issues and understand root causes and potential implications


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