Child And Family Case Worker

Child and Family Case Worker – UnitingCare Health Pty Ltd Melbourne, Australia Employment Term: Maximum Term to February ****, Full-Time (76 hours per fortnight) Location: Underwood Remuneration: $51 per hour + Super + $15,900 NFP Salary Packaging Make a meaningful difference with UnitingCare Queensland At UnitingCare we are leaders in crisis response, the protection of vulnerable people and children, financial resilience, and family wellbeing. Our FaDS (Family and Disability Services) team works passionately across Queensland to make a meaningful difference in people's lives. As a Child and Family Case Worker you'll be encouraged to grow, develop and feel empowered to make the everyday easier for the people we care so passionately about. Let’s make a meaningful difference together Your Role The Intensive Family Support Service assists complex, vulnerable families who are at risk of entering the Child Protection system. We are a voluntary service that visits families in their homes approximately once a week for up to 12 months, enabling us to work together to keep children safe and achieve family goals. Responsibilities Provide a mix of therapeutic and in‑home practical care to support complex, vulnerable and often hard‑to‑reach families. Actively engage, assess and develop collaborative case plans to ensure we are prioritising the families’ presenting concerns, preparing them to be referred to specialist support services. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or Master’s in Social Work, Human Services or Psychology. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in case management and child protection, working directly with families, children, and young people with complex needs. Current knowledge and understanding of Domestic Family Violence and its impact on children. Understanding of First Nations peoples, cultures and society, and the issues that impact them. Commitment to culturally safe practice. Sound knowledge and understanding of Attachment Theory, Trauma‑informed practice, and Child Development. Current QLD Working With Children Check (Blue Card). Current open QLD driver’s licence. Eligibility to work in Australia. Applications for this position will be reviewed in the New Year. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted after this time. Benefits Flexible work arrangements to support work‑life balance. Up to $15,900 NFP Salary Packaging for everyday living expenses and bills, and up to $2,650 for meal entertainment per annum. Recognition and rewards platform providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs. 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months’ service, in addition to the government scheme. Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for celebrations such as Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events. Career development opportunities to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference. Positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving others. Welcome to the UnitingCare family. Joining our FaDS team, you’ll also be welcomed as part of the UnitingCare family. The second‑largest Queensland employer, we are a proud not‑for‑profit with more than 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across our brands of BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen’s Hospital and St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital, and have been leading by example for more than a century. Child Safe, Child Friendly Provide welcoming, safe and nurturing services for children. Implement measures to prevent child abuse and neglect within our services. Appropriately and immediately address child abuse and neglect if it does occur. Diversity & Inclusion Everybody is welcome. Diversity is at the core of who we are, our mission and values. Equal opportunity for all employees, regardless of sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Commitment to reconciliation and building long‑term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, strongly encouraging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position. Safe Workplace We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person. We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm within our services, workplaces and the communities we support. Committed to speaking up loudly for their safety. We are on a mission to make a meaningful difference every day, working with thousands of Australians to ensure they live life in all its fullness. We want people who are great as individuals, and even better in a team. People who stand up for what is right, are open to new ideas, champion innovation, learn, and lead by example. If you’re looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference, grow, thrive and be rewarded, it’s time you joined our UnitingCare family. #J-18808-Ljbffr