Strengthening Families Practitioner

Make a difference in the lives of children and families

At OzChild, we believe every child and young person deserves to be safe, respected, nurtured and supported to reach their full potential.

For over 170 years, OzChild has been supporting children, young people and families by providing healing, preventing abuse and neglect, and strengthening families. We work alongside families, communities and government to create sustainable change and better outcomes for children.

We are seeking a passionate Strengthening Families Practitioner to join our team based in Frankston, supporting families across the Bayside Peninsula catchment area.

This role provides an opportunity to work directly with children, young people and families experiencing vulnerability and complex needs. Using a strengths-based and family-centred approach, you will support families to build capacity, strengthen relationships, reduce risk and achieve positive outcomes. 

About the role

As a Strengthening Families Practitioner, you will:

• Deliver child-focused, family-centred interventions that promote safety, wellbeing and positive outcomes
• Engage with children, young people and families using culturally responsive and strengths-based approaches
• Complete assessments, planning, interventions and reviews in partnership with families and key stakeholders
• Support families to develop skills, resilience and stronger relationships
• Apply evidence-informed practice approaches including relational practice, motivational interviewing, Safe & Together™ and MARAM
• Work collaboratively with Child Protection, community services and other professionals to support coordinated responses
• Maintain high-quality case records, assessments and outcome reporting
• Participate in supervision, reflective practice and ongoing professional development

About you

You are a passionate practitioner who is committed to improving outcomes for children and families and brings experience working within the child and family services sector.

You will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Community Services or a related discipline
• Experience working with vulnerable children, young people and families
• Understanding of child safety, risk assessment and family support practice
• Experience engaging families experiencing complexity and vulnerability
• Experience working alongside Child Protection or statutory services
• Strong communication, relationship-building and organisational skills
• The ability to work flexibly to meet family and service needs 

Essential Requirements

• Current Working with Children Check
• National Police Check (and International Police Check where applicable)
• Current Driver’s Licence and access to reliable transport
• Completion of mandatory training upon commencement

What OzChild Offers

At OzChild, we value our people and invest in their wellbeing, growth and professional development.

We offer:

• Part-Time 12 months fixed term position (0.9 ) 9 day fortnight  
• SCHADS Level 5 salary of $105,558 pro rata + superannuation
• Salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 per year, plus an additional $2,650 Meals & Entertainment benefit
• Additional gifted leave over the Easter and Christmas periods
• Ongoing professional development, supervision and reflective practice
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A supportive and collaborative team culture with regular virtual check-ins to help you stay connected
• A workplace that celebrates diversity, inclusion, cultural competence and shared values

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

For a confidential discussion - please contact: Elizabeth Abdilla Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist 0499 655 939  eabdilla@ozchild.org.au using the subject line: Strengthening Families Practitioner enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Position Description available upon request.

OzChild is committed to providing a recruitment process that embraces equity, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure every applicant has an equal opportunity to participate.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of all genders, sexual orientations and identities.

OzChild is committed to the employment of Aboriginal people and to creating a workplace where Aboriginal cultures, knowledge and values are respected, celebrated and supported.

OzChild is a child-safe organisation committed to protecting children and young people from all forms of abuse, bullying, exploitation and neglect. We are dedicated to creating environments where children are safe and feel safe.