Child Wellbeing Intake and Assessment Practitioner

Job Description

Child Wellbeing Intake and Assessment Practitioner $ 108,515 (plus super and salary packaging) SCHADS Level 6 ~ $ 108,515.60 (plus super and salary packaging) Role Purpose This role supports women, children, young people, and families experiencing family violence and supports families in need of support with the care, development, and well-being of children. Key Responsibilities Deliver screening and triage, assessment, crisis responses, service planning, targeted interventions, allocation and coordinated referrals consistent with the Integrated Practice Framework, Operational Guidelines, Service Specifications and relevant risk assessment tools and frameworks. Identify, assess and prioritise risk and needs of women and children who have, or are experiencing family violence, drawing on the expertise of different practitioners in a multi-disciplinary team. Deliver services and support via phone, within the physical hub and outreach at clients’ home or other sites. Work collaboratively with the Orange Door team to support integrated risk assessment and planning, including participating in case conferences and meetings. About You Appropriate tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, or a related tertiary discipline is essential in accordance with REC 209. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the diverse range of referral and support options available to women and children who have experienced family violence, vulnerable families presenting with complex needs and perpetrators of family violence within the Bayside Peninsula region. Knowledge of cultural safety requirements and ability to develop cultural safety action plans with clients when required. Demonstrated knowledge or experience within Women and Children’s Family Violence Services, Integrated Family Services, Men’s Referral Services, DHHS Child Protection and/or Aboriginal Community Service Organisations. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with external and internal stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment. About Us Our 2023-2027 strategy outlines the world we want to see and our role in advancing it. We aspire for all women, girls, and families to be safe, well, strong, and connected. We strive for equity, dignity, and social justice for women, girls, and families by collaborating globally and acting locally, supporting our communities in Australia and New Zealand to thrive. We want women, girls, and families to live full and dignified lives, have dignified income, and enjoy financial wellbeing. We aim to provide place-based, people-centred, holistic services while working at the system level to achieve bold and audacious reform. We currently offer microfinance programs and products, financial counselling and coaching, family and domestic violence support services, family and youth programs, playgroups, education programs, and community houses. These services are complemented by research and strong advocacy to address the underlying structural causes of injustice, exclusion, and inequality. Good Shepherd employees are committed to inclusive practice that responds to the specific needs, context, and circumstances of service participants. We embrace the diversity and intersectionality of individuals and recognise a person’s right to a unique identity comprising culture, language, ability, community, gender, sex, sexual orientation, and lived experience. Salary packaging (which can add up to $15,900 in tax-free pay per year). Paid parental leave. Gifted leave at Christmas and Easter. Employee Assistance Program, a free and confidential counselling service. + more. How to Apply Please click 'Apply' to complete your application. Please upload your resume and a brief cover letter addressing the key selection criteria. Please apply as soon as possible; applications are considered as they are received. APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 31st January 2025 To view the position description click here or visit our website ( Good Shepherd Australia New Zealand is a Child Safe employer. Employment is subject to satisfactory referee checks, a current employment working with Children Check, National Criminal History check, and proof of the right to work in Australia. #J-18808-Ljbffr