Child and Family Practitioner

Child and Family Practitioner - The Orange Door Play a key role in supporting families and promoting child safety in the Barwon region. As a Child and Family Practitioner with Meli’s Orange Door team, you’ll provide critical support to women, children, and families experiencing family violence or facing challenges with care and wellbeing. Working within a multi-disciplinary team, you’ll deliver integrated, evidence-based responses that prioritise safety, stability, and positive outcomes for children and young people. About the Role As a Child and Family Practitioner , you will: Deliver screening, triage, assessment, crisis responses, service planning, and targeted interventions in line with the Integrated Practice Framework. Identify, assess, and prioritise risk and needs for women, children, families, and perpetrators, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team. Apply evidence-based frameworks such as BICPM and MARAM to promote the safety, stability, and wellbeing of children and young people. Provide targeted brief interventions, including single‑session work, home visits, assertive outreach, and case conferencing under guidance. Position Details Ongoing, Full‑time position 1 FTE working 38 hours per week $101,032 p/a + Super + Salary Packaging Why Work with Us? Supportive Culture : Join a values‑driven organization that fosters collaboration and innovation. Career Growth : Access ongoing Learning & Development opportunities and clear pathways for progression. Financial Benefits : Enjoy salary packaging up to $15,900 per year, enhancing your financial well‑being. Work‑Life Balance : Benefit from flexible ways of working Employee Wellbeing : Participate in employee‑led Inclusion Working Groups, access confidential counselling via our Employee Assistance Program, and enjoy paid parental leave above the government scheme. Diversity and Inclusion : Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and actively supports individuals from all walks of life. What We’re Looking For A degree in Social Work (or equivalent);or be working towards in line with recommendation 209 of the Royal Commissioninto Family Violence. Click here for more information: Experience working with men, children and families with complex needs in any of the following service areas: Family Services, Child Protection, Family Violence, Disability, Housing, Mental Health and/or Alcohol and Other Drugs. A sound knowledge of sector reforms, theoretical frameworks and relevant legislation. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with a high level of organisational and time management skills with a demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. How to Apply We’re excited to hear from you Please submit your application, including a résumé and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined above. Applications close 11:59 pm, Friday, 2 January 2025 For more information about the position please contact Jayne Paulka, Manager Access & Family Safety on ***. Join Our Commitment Meli is committed to providing a child‑safe environment. We have zero tolerance of any abuse or harm of children. Our recruitment practices reflect our commitment to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. All employment with Meli is subject to reference checks, a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check, VIT Check (where applicable) and a current Working with Children Check prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking. Meli is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ community members, people living with disabilities, and those looking to return to the workforce. Our usual process includes a written application, a phone call and a panel interview. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please email us at ***********@meli.org.au to discuss how we can best support you. #J-18808-Ljbffr