Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time or part-time
Salary: $79,122 - $96,073
Grade: CPP 3
Occupation: Child protection
Location: Melbourne
Reference: VG/CPP3R7RAHSSURM
Rural After Hours- Stand up Rostered model
The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Rural After-Hours Service (RAHS) are now accepting applications for Beginning Practice Child Protection Practitioners (CPP3).
As part of the team 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.
Locations and work types for RAHS Standup Rostered Model are as follows:
If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children, then a career in child protection is for you. 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.
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.
Child protection retention allowance
A retention payment of up to $15,000 paid for the term of the current VPS Agreement to eligible CPP3 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:
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
Qualifications - To work in child protection in Victoria, you must hold a re levant qualification in social work, welfare, psychology or community services as explained at this link Child protection jobs - requirements and eligibility | vic.gov.au
Please refer to Child protection jobs - requirements and eligibility | vic.gov.au and ensure you understand and meet the legislated minimum qualification, experience and other requirements of the role prior to submitting your application.
Information Session
We will be running an information session prior to the closing date which will provide candidates with a detailed overview of the Rural After-Hours Service and new rostered model as well as the benefits of working in a rural based location. Invitations will be sent to candidates prior to the information session. Attendance will be optional. If you are not able to attend the session but would like to learn more about the service, positions and rostered model please reach out to Michelle Ferran on 0458 079 331.
Assessment Stages and Key Dates:
Eligible CPP3 applicants are required to participate in a one-way video interview. If shortlisted for a CPP3, you will be required to undertake online psychometric and personality assessments by a set date. Anticipated Online Assessment Centres: Assessment centres are projected to take place between Tuesday 22 July - Wednesday 23 July 2025.
Commencement Dates:
PIP is designed to provide new staff to the child protection program with the necessary practice knowledge and skills relating to the role. Successful candidates will be required to attend the PIP in person in Melbourne, with accommodation, travel and meals included.
How to Apply: Please refer to Child protection jobs - requirements and eligibility | vic.gov.au prior to submitting your application to ensure your application is complete.
Your resume, Cover letter, if VISA exists; a coloured passport copy, Tertiary qualifications / awards / USI / transcript is required so we can assess your application.
For further information please refer to the attached position descriptions or contact Michelle Ferran on 0458 079 331.
Applications close on 9 July 2025, midnight.