Kinship Transition Worker
7 days ago
**Overview**:
**Work Type**:Ongoing - Full-time
**Salary**: $94,591 - $106,401
**Grade**:CYF3
**Occupation**:Child protection
**Location**:Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
**Reference**:VG/DFFH/COPL/522779A
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, LGBTIQA+
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.
We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be
backgrounds and abilities..
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**THE ROLE**
This position is part of the Kinship Model in South Division and will support the Divisional Kinship Engagement Coordinator and Kinship Engagement Manager as they lead and drive the implementation and ongoing operation of the model of kinship care in Victoria. In this position, under the direction of the Kinship Engagement Coordinator you will provide guidance, support and information to internal and external stakeholders regarding Kinship Brokerage, assisting to embed the Kinship model in the division. You will support the administration of the flexible brokerage, assist in promoting placement quality and stability by being a key contact point for Child Protection Practitioners and Contracted Case Managers, and provide flexible kinship support. The position works closely with Child Protection, Care services, Kinship Engagement Teams, to support best outcomes for children in statutory Kinship care.
**ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE**
- Provide advice and professional expertise to key internal and external stakeholders in areas of responsibility including critical tasks, policy advice, funding, and program development.
- Assist in administering the kinship placement support brokerage as directed by the Kinship Engagement Coordinator and / or Manager.
- Support the work of the Kinship Engagement Coordinator and / or Manager as they lead and drive the implementation and ongoing operation of the model.
**Please open the position description to read more.**
**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.
- Applications close Tuesday 22 July 2025 at 11.59pm
Posted
- 8 July 2025
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