Advanced Child Protectioner Practitioner

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Victorian Department of Families, Fairness & Housing Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

THE ROLE
As an effective Advanced Child Protection Practitioner your role will be receiving and assessing reports of alleged abuse and neglect of children and young people. You will undertake investigations and develop plans to bring about the changes necessary to ensure the safety, stability and development of children and young people and to promote the achievement of case plan objectives within specified timeframes.

The transportation of children is a requirement of this role, as such a valid driver's licence and willingness to travel, including in country regions and interstate is essential. There may be the requirement to work overnight and, travel in evenings and early mornings. On occasions, additional hours may be required to ensure the wellbeing of children.

You will possess an understanding of Aboriginal culture and demonstrate an understanding of the legislative, policy and practice requirements relating to Aboriginal children, families, and communities, including the Aboriginal Child Placement Principle and the programs and initiatives that support its implementation in child protection practice.

Accountabilities Include

  • Risk assessment and analysis: competently works with complex cases. Supports, advises and guides colleagues to understand and apply frameworks as required.
  • Case planning review and case management: coordinates and leads planning, review and management of own case work.
  • Critical inquiry: uses outcomes from critical inquiry to develop and build on existing knowledge and skills. Supports, advises and guides others to apply evidence-based frameworks to resolve issues.

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This role requires a Working with Children Check.
Further advice on obtaining this check can be found here: For more information on what this means, and all other requirements, please see the Position Description.

How To Apply
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.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. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs )

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.

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