• Ref code: 6729431
• Position based in Wangaratta or Wodonga
• Permanent and Fixed-Term positions available
• Be part of a values-driven organisation that provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance.
• We offer attractive remuneration packages with excellent benefits, including salary packaging, novated leasing, four weeks of annual leave plus an additional week dedicated to health and wellbeing, as well as access to wellbeing programs.
• Achieve positive outcomes and sustainable change in the lives of children, young people, individuals and families within our regional communities.

Are you passionate about creating safe, supportive environments for individuals to heal and thrive?

Join UMFC as a Family Services Practitioner and be part of a transformative, trauma-informed workplace that values both staff and clients. We are proudly implementing the Sanctuary Model, fostering a culture of safety, emotional intelligence, and collaboration. Your journey to making a meaningful impact starts here.

The Role

UMFC currently has an opportunity for Family Services Practitioners to join our team in a Full-time capacity. As our next Family Services Practitioner, you will provide support to children and families referred by The Orange Door using a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach.

You will provide case coordination, develop and review Child and Family Action Plans, work therapeutically with parents/carers and their children to create meaningful and sustainable change and co-facilitate group work programs. Your responsibilities will include analysing Best Interests domains, collaborating with other services and stakeholders, maintaining client information and recording databases, completing casework and case closures in a timely manner, and contributing to the delivery and improvement of high-quality services.

Join us on a remarkable career move, immersing yourself in a thriving organisation guided by a profound vision that every child and young person is cared for.

Your Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is required.
• Proven ability to handle complex family situations and apply case management principles.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Team-oriented, innovative, motivated, adaptable, and emotionally intelligent.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on families and children in our community, we would love to hear from you.

For more information or a confidential chat, contact Zoe Singer at [email protected] using the subject line: Family Services Practitioners - Child and Family Services - Wodonga enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Ready to Apply?

Embark on a fulfilling career journey with UMFC! To apply and/or to download the Position Description please visit our careers page by clicking "Apply Now".

Applications will be assessed upon receipt.

Employment with UMFC is subject to and conditional upon a satisfactory Police Check and relevant 'Employee' Working with Children's Check.

UMFC is committed to the safety, well-being and empowerment of all children and young people.

UMFC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.

A position description is attached.