Child Protection Practitioner

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, LGBTQI+ 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 worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds and abilities. .

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For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)

THE ROLE

The Child Protection Practitioner receives and assesses reports of alleged abuse and neglect of children and young people. They 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. This may include taking matters to court.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

1. Critical Assessment and Reflection
   Engaging in risk assessment and analysis as well as case management, reporting and engaging in reflective practice.
2. Engaging Others
   Engaging with children, their families and support networks. Collaborating with other practitioners and services and sharing knowledge.
3. Delivering Results
   Problem solving, making informed practice decisions, delivering improvements, and managing budgets to achieve best outcomes.
4. Leading and Inspiring
   Providing practice leadership to families and stakeholders, leading and developing colleagues and working to improve the existing systems in the DFFH.

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