• Location: Mildura
• Work Type: Ongoing - full time
• Salary: $85,279 - $96,759
• Classification: CPP4
• Reference: VG/DHHS/NND/1171667

The Department of Health and Human Services develops and delivers policies, programs and services that support and enhance the wellbeing of all Victorians. Our services are in line with the government's vision for making Victoria a stronger, more caring and innovative state.

Our vision is to achieve the best health, wellbeing and safety of all Victorians so that they can live a life they value.

We are building an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of vulnerable Victorians.

The department is committed to the safety of its clients. The department takes a zero tolerance approach to abuse, including child abuse and abuse of people with disability.

Departmental employees are required to comply with all legal requirements including the Child Safe Standards to keep children safe from harm and abuse.

All jobs can be worked flexibly and we encourage job applications from Aboriginal people, people with disabilities, LGBTI and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you want a career within a department striving to make Victoria the best place to be and helping shape communities we all want to be part of, then we encourage you to apply.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicant, or if you have a disability, and require advice and support with the recruitment process, contact our Diversity Unit on [email protected].

The department has a zero tolerance towards violence within the workplace and recognises the rights of all staff to be free from violence and gender-related discrimination.

About the role

The 2016 Royal Commission into Family Violence recommended the establishment of multiple Safety Hubs across Victoria. Known as the Orange Door, the Program delivers a innovative approach of accessing help and support for women, children and young people who are experiencing family violence as well as families who need support with the care, well being and development of children.

An outstanding opportunity currently exists for a highly motivated individual to join the Orange Door program in the capacity of Advanced Child Protection Practitioner, Community Based – CPP4 classification. This dynamic role is a pivotal position for Child Protection within the Orange Door.

Working within a multi-disciplinary setting the Advanced Child Protection Practitioner, Community Based will provide advice, support and consultation to practitioners within The Orange Door, as well as to Family Services, Specialist Family Violence Services and Men's Services where required. Advice, support and consultation will occur where there are significant concerns for wellbeing of children and young people.

Pivotal to your success in this challenging yet fulfilling role, you will possess demonstrable skills in the following key areas:

• Highly developed risk assessment skills in a family violence context.
• Superior understanding of child development, attachment and trauma theories in relation to child protection practice
• Superior Stakeholder Management experience with the ability to forget relationships at all levels of the organisation

In return you will receive:

• Expert supervision
• Exposure to innovative Social Work Practices
• Ongoing Professional Development

This is an outstanding opportunity to shape service delivery in Victoria.

To learn more about what Mildura has on offer, please click here. It is a great time to join the Mildura based team.

For a confidential discussion please call Nadia Robertson on Ph: 0458 883 876.

How to Apply:

Applicants are encouraged to apply online, submitting a cover letter and a current resume.

Please note: For this role, you are not required to address each of the key selection criteria in a separate written document. Applicants are strongly encouraged to review our Careers Page. This page provides information on the department's recruitment and pre-employment screening processes. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

Click 'Apply Now' below to submit your interest in this role.
 
For further information please visit the Department of Health and Human Services website.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.