Comm Unity Plus Services Ltd (operating as commUnity+) is a multidisciplinary community organisation that has provided services across Melbourne’s greater north and west regions for more than 40 years. We engage with communities rich in cultural diversity and are committed to empowering those who need help the most by unlocking pathways to learning connection, work and justice.

We enable positive change and growth for people through a range of prevention and early intervention programs including Community Education, Family Services, Legal Services (through Brimbank Melton Community Legal Centre), Neighbourhood House and community engagement and development activities.

We partner with government agencies and community, corporate and philanthropic organisations to enhance our service delivery and increase access to our services for our community.

About the position

This role will report to the respective Senior Social Worker of the site. The Children’s Contact Service Worker will assist in the delivery of services to clients within the Family Programs of Community Plus, primarily the Children’s Contact Service.

This includes the facilitation of changeovers and supervised visits with a trauma-informed and child-focused approach, in accordance with individual client agreements, CCS/organisational policy, program guidelines and the legislative frameworks.

Key Selection Criteria

• Tertiary degree (minimum 3 years) in Social Work or Social Sciences (i.e., Sociology, Psychology) or other relevant qualification.
• Demonstrated experience and ability in working with children, with an understanding of children’s development and their needs around contact issues.
• Demonstrated case work or case management experience
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive communications and work with clients from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrable understanding of family law and its impact on families in conflict.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team and to apply initiative to solving problems with minimal supervision

Current working with Children Check and criminal records check with ongoing validity are essential requirements to perform this job.

What we offer:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Salary packaging benefits up to $18550
• 40% off Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre (BAWC) membership
• Opportunity to further develop your skills
• Supportive and Inclusive team
• Free parking onsite

commUnity+ is a child safe organisation that is committed to ensuring the wellbeing of children and young people and protecting them from harm. Applicants must hold a valid Working with Children Check and Police check or the ability to obtain the same.

To apply online, simply click on the Apply Now button by the closing date!

Applications must include a cover letter responding to the key selection criteria, and a current resume.

A copy of the Position Description can be found here: Children’s Contact Service Worker Casual

Alternatively, please copy the link below to your web https://communityplus.elmotalent.com.au/uploads/communityplus/files/2025_01_21%20PD%20CCS%20Worker%20Casual.pdf

For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Ruth Kerkhoff on [email protected] using the subject line: Children's Contact Service Worker enquiry via EthicalJobs or call on 0437 585 079

commUnity+ is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.