CPP-5.2, Practice Leader Navigator, Child Protection Unit, North East Melbourne AreaJob posted: 06/01/2025
Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan
Job type: Full time / 31st Jan 2026 (636816) & 25th Feb 2026 (581741)
Organisation: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing
Occupation: Community Services
Reference: VG/DFFH/ND/636816
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 backgrounds and abilities.
THE ROLE The Protection Navigator is a Practice Leader Position dedicated to the Family Preservation and Reunification Response.
The Child Protection Navigator supports activation of the Response at the right time, with the right people and in the right place to promote and protect the rights and best interests of children and young people.
The Child Protection Navigator will model and enhance trauma-informed, culturally safe and responsive practice that is child and family-centred, relational, and evidence-informed, integrated to improve outcomes of child safety, wellbeing, and development.
The Child Protection Navigator provides a unique opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families and has a strong focus on developing a connected and coordinated practice culture and mindset shift of Response practitioners within child and family services and Child Protection practitioners working together.
The role may also undertake case practice quality audits and provide regular practice forums and reflective practice sessions.
A core requirement of this role includes a case carrying component, commensurate with other responsibilities.
The transportation of children is a requirement of this role, as such a valid driver's licence and willingness to travel, including in country regions, is essential.
There may be the requirement to work overnight and travel in the evenings and early mornings.
On occasions, additional hours may be required to ensure the wellbeing of children.
You will possess an understanding of Aboriginal culture and demonstrate an understanding of the legislative, policy and practice requirements relating to Aboriginal children, families, and communities, including the Aboriginal Child Placement Principle and the programs and initiatives that support its implementation in child protection practice.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE Critical Assessment and Reflection: Engaging in risk assessment and analysis as well as case management, reporting, and engaging in reflective practice.Engaging Others: Engaging with children, their families and support networks.
Collaborating with other practitioners and services and sharing knowledge.Delivering Results: Problem solving, making informed practice decisions, delivering improvements, and managing budgets to achieve best outcomes.HOW TO APPLY All VPS employees (and ex-VPS employees with extended access to the Jobs and Skills Exchange website) MUST apply via the Jobs and Skills Exchange (https://jse.vic.gov.au/user/login?destination=/new-home-page) portal.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online.
Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs.
Please apply to submit your interest in this position.
Job classification:CPP 5.2
Contact:Laura Temple | ******
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