• Provide tailored support based on the needs of children and their families 
• Be supported to learn and work in an evidence-based model  
• SCHADS Level 6, FULL TIME ONGOING based at Bendigo

 This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner who enjoys working within a 'whole of family' approach. Future Pathways is an innovative approach, built on the Practice Elements, working collaboratively with children, young people and families to assist families in achieving their priorities and key goals.

Your role

The Practitioner - Future Pathways position sits within the FPR (Family Preservation & Reunification) Response program in the Western Metro region and is complimented by two other Evidence Based Models: FFT-CW (Functional Family Therapy Child Welfare) and Rapid Response. The FPR Response delivers intensive support to families that DFFH Child Protection have assessed as requiring intensive and tailored support.

The Practitioner - Future Pathways supports families where there is a child or sibling group with a FRO (Family Reunification Order) and a reunification plan in place; where there have been reports raising concerns about an unborn child or when families have completed a four week urgent response with Rapid Response, in order to provide longer term family preservation work. You will provide support to families utilising a suite of Practice Elements for which training is provided by DFFH and Anglicare Victoria. Upon exiting the program the aim is to ensure that families have what they need to sustain positive change.

Who are we looking for:

• A passion for supporting parents and carers through challenging periods whilst prioritising the safety of children.
• The ability to value the clients' right to quality service provision particularly Evidence Based Models.
• An understanding of the impact of intergenerational trauma and abuse on parental capacity and the likely trajectory for future children.
• A desire to build on client's skills, enabling them to self-advocate, increase parenting capacity, overcome barriers, develop a sense of agency and achieve sustained change.

Please Note: It is mandatory for the successful applicant to hold a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to commencement.  AV employees are required to either be fully vaccinated against Covid 19 or have a medical exemption. AV will require evidence that you are compliant with these requirements.

What you need to know:

• A salary at SCHCADS level 6 which equates to around $$96,962 to $101,250 plus super
• Flexible through the increments up to 6.3 (dependent upon experience)
• Based at our office in Bendigo
• Hybrid working model so you do have an opportunity to work from home on occasion
• Access to discounted health insurance, free Employee Assistance, Salary Packaging and a range of other employment benefits supporting your physical and mental health
• Anglicare Victoria are leaders in the industry
• Unrivalled career progression, professional development, training, support and a culture of inclusivity and resilience
• Recognition as innovators
• Our Rainbow Tick Accreditation
• A leadership team that are passionate about achieving the best possible outcomes.

Ready to take the next step:

First take a look at the Position Description here: here.

Then click apply below and submit your resume with a cover letter that describes your passion for working with vulnerable children, young people and their families.

For further enquiries contact Jasmine Price on [email protected], using the subject line: Family Preservation and Reunification Practitioner - Future Pathways enquiry via EthicalJobs. 

You can also contact our Recruitment Specialist Paul Ridley on 03 9412 6078 or email [email protected] for an informal discussion about this role or any other role available at Anglicare Victoria.

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Diversity and inclusivity are important to Anglicare Victoria and we are committed to ensuring our workplace and services reflect this.  Everyone is welcome at Anglicare Victoria, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation and physical ability.