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.
We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across
metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.
We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be
worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse
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As an advanced child protection practitioner, you will receive and assess reports of alleged abuse and neglect of children and young people. Conduct investigations and develop plans to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. This may include taking matters to court. You will often be dealing with more complex cases and will operate with an increased level of autonomy appropriate for the role.
Benefits
- Commencement Salary of $100,894 to $114,476 per annum (plus superannuation)
- Access to free Child protection wellbeing program (CPWP) and child protection health program (CPHP) designed to support the wellbeing of child protection staff
- Generous leave provisions, 20 days of annual leave, 15 days of personal/carers leave, an extra 5 days of additional leave after 12 months of service
- Child Protection Practice Induction Program delivered over 5 weeks, to equip new starts with the necessary practice knowledge and skills
- Regional benefits, retention allowance of $2,500 for child protection practitioners that live in certain regional locations. Find out more here Regional Benefits
- Flexibility work arrangements, flexible start and finish times, condensed working arrangements, part-time options and more
- An annual clothing allowance of $650
DFFH welcomes applications from suitably qualified temporary visa holders. Successful candidates may be eligible for employer sponsorship under SID482 visa. More information at Child protection jobs - Child protection jobs – international recruitment | vic.gov.au
Key responsibilities:
- Conducting risk assessments and investigations
- Managing complex cases, problem solving and presenting matters to the Children's Court of Victoria as required
- Being responsible for supporting and developing Beginning Child Protection Practitioners in the integration of theory and practice while demonstrating your expertise through case practice
- Determining case plans (including stability plans, cultural plans and therapeutic treatment plans) for the safety and wellbeing of children
- Delivering case practice and case management services for children and young people who are either living with family or placed in out of home care.
Click here to access the Position Description, (option to download to word available)
Our recruitment process
- Preferred candidates will have a social work, welfare, psychology related qualification and/or relevant experience
- Ideally, you will have a minimum of two years' case work or similar relevant experience in child and family social work
- Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position
- Shortlisted candidates are required to undertake psychometric assessments followed by attending a virtual online assessment centre on Wednesday 08 July 2026
- Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required
- Successful candidates are required to attend 5 week mandatory practice induction program
How to Apply  
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Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday 14th June 2026.
Please ensure you have uploaded Mandatory Application Documents (Your application will not be progressed without these documents)
- Resume
- Proof of your working rights for Australia (passport and/or a copy of a valid visa)
- Qualifications certificate*
- Official academic transcript or USI statement
- Driver licence
* If you have full registration or membership with a Social Work Board or Association within or outside Australia, please attach a copy.
Important Information
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