Family Reunification and Preservation Specialist
2 weeks ago
The Victorian Family Preservation and Reunification (FPR) Program is funded by the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing, and MacKillop Family Services is seeking an experienced practitioner to join their team in the Southern Melbourne Region.
About the RoleThis fixed-term, full-time position (38 hours per week until 30/06/2026) based at our Dandenong Office requires a relevant tertiary qualification and significant work experience in a related field. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of key child development issues relating to young parents and their families with complex needs.
The role involves delivering an initial intensive intervention phase through a mobile and integrated approach, followed by a sustained service support phase aimed at preventing at-risk children entering or re-entering care or reunifying children with their parents.
The successful candidate will be required to work flexible hours in line with family need and possess excellent time management and administrative skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and deliver program outcomes.
Key Responsibilities- To deliver high-quality casework services to families and children experiencing trauma.
- To build strong relationships with local service networks and collaborate on case planning and delivery.
- To demonstrate an ability to use knowledge of attachment and trauma theories related to Aboriginal children, young people, and families to guide practice.
- Relevant tertiary qualification, including a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Child Development, Psychology, or a related subject area.
- Significant work experience in a related field supporting an understanding of key child development issues.
- Understanding of and demonstrated experience working with issues such as attachment, trauma, and intergenerational disadvantage.
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Ballarat, Victoria, Australia Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency Full timeRole DescriptionThe Aboriginal Family Preservation and Reunification Response Practitioner will play a crucial role in providing family support services to children and young people. This role involves conducting outreach and home visits, developing plans, and engaging appropriate support for clients.Key RequirementsAble to work in a culturally respectful...
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Family Reunification Professional
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Trauma-Informed Practitioner
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Ballarat, Victoria, Australia Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency Full timeAbout the RoleThe Aboriginal Family Preservation and Reunification Response Practitioners will provide an innovative, intensive wrap-around outreach family support service to children or young people. This role entails fostering and maintaining cultural connections with Aboriginal families and communities.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct outreach and home visits...
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