The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life.
Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.
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Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families?
The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing are seeking dedicated Child Protection Practitioner's at Advanced (CPP4) level to join our Rural based After-Hours teams.
Child protection work is interesting, challenging, busy and fulfilling and involves therapeutic and analytical skills. You will be working in collaboration with families, Community Sector Organisations and professionals to develop and implement effective plans for children. You will be part of a great team that values collaboration and support. We offer access to excellent learning and development opportunities and a supportive environment where your contributions are recognised and valued.
If you are ready to make a difference and meet the challenges of this rewarding role, we encourage you to apply!
As part of the Rural based After-Hours teams you will work to a structured rostered model and provide response and emergency outreach visits as required to all child protection matters that are received outside core business hours; at night, on weekends and on public holidays and will be entitled to applicable penalty rates and allowances.
The positions are as follows:
Loddon Division
* Ongoing, Part time (0.26 FTE) CPP4 positions available in Bendigo.
These positions will be required to work 20 hours per fortnight with a fixed roster of 3pm to 1am on Saturday and Sunday. This roster schedule attracts excellent penalties in accordance with the VPS Enterprise Agreement provisions. There may be scope to pick up additional shift vacancies for those looking to increase their hours, dependant on availability.
Wimmera South West Division
* Ongoing, Part time (0.26 FTE) CPP4 positions available in Warrnambool or Geelong.
These positions will be required to work 20 hours per fortnight with a fixed roster of 3pm to 1am on Saturday and Sunday. This roster schedule attracts excellent penalties in accordance with the VPS Enterprise Agreement provisions. There may be scope to pick up additional shift vacancies for those looking to increase their hours, dependant on availability.
South Division
* Ongoing, Part time (0.74 FTE & 0.26FTE) CPP4 positions available in Inner Gippsland (Morwell)
* Ongoing, Full time and Part time (0.74 FTE & 0.26FTE) CPP4 positions available in Outer Gippsland (Bairnsdale)
East Division
* Ongoing, Full time and Part time (0.74 FTE & 0.26FTE) CPP4 positions available in Shepparton and Wangaratta
Working in child protection in a regional location is a unique opportunity. It offers a different experience and sense of pride knowing that you are having a positive impact on children and families in your community where you live. You will benefit from access to ongoing learning, development and career opportunities, tailored wellbeing and support programs, flexible work arrangements and generous leave provisions including an additional 5 days annual leave and substitute leave for public holidays.
Salaries
Current salary ranges (based on full time rosters and excluding 12% superannuation)
CPP4 $97,955 to $111,142
In addition to the salary received, other financial incentives include:
* four annual wage increases of 3% over the life of the Victorian Public Service Enterprise Agreement 2024.
* salary sacrificing options including vehicle novated leases and private health insurance
* annual clothing allowance paid on 1 July of $650 (pro rata for part-time employees)
Child protection retention allowance
A retention payment of up to $15,000 paid over 3 years to eligible CPP4 employees who are substantively employed and reside in one of the regional locations; find out more by visiting this link Child protection jobs - regional benefits | vic.gov.au
Flexible work arrangements
The Victorian Government supports work-life balance and offers the following flexible work arrangements which are available subject to business needs:
* flexible start and finish times
* condensed working arrangements
* part time options
* generous leave provisions
Wellbeing
Specialised wellbeing programs for child protection practitioners. We offer dedicated and free and confidential wellbeing and support program designed to support the mental health and wellbeing of child protection practitioners. Refer to this link Child protection jobs - supporting our workforce | vic.gov.au