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FamilyCare is one of regional Victoria''s largest and most progressive community service organisations, operating across Greater Shepparton, Mitchell, Murrindindi, Strathbogie, and Moira. As one of the leading providers of child and family services in the region, including disability support, NDIS coordination, and carer programs, FamilyCare is deeply committed to improving outcomes for victim survivors and their children. We are also strongly focused on supporting older community members, and people with disabilities to live well and remain connected to their communities. We foster a positive, empowering culture that supports strong leadership, professional growth, and improved outcomes for the people, clients and communities that we serve. About the Role As a Child and Family Practitioner, you will work with families where there are children up to 18 years of age. With an aim to enhance family, child, and young peoples health and wellbeing, help prevent child abuse and neglect and support families through major life transitions and times of difficulties. Utilising a strengthbased approach in supporting families to achieve their goals and work in alignment with the best interests'' framework. Key responsibilities include: Conduct inhome assessments identifying needs, strengths and risk in families and individuals. Provision of therapeutic casework in partnership with children and families to improve and/or address safety and stability. Provide flexible service delivery to meet demand and current needs within the Child and Family Services program, which may include visits outside of hours to be inclusive of all family members and address targeted issues in the active action plan. The ability to work across flexible weekday hours to meet the needs of infants, children and families. Maintain program administrative requirements including maintenance of comprehensive case notes. Identify gaps in services available to clients and advocate on their behalf. For more detailed understanding of the key responsibility areas, click here to view the Position Description. If you are using SEEK, click Apply to be taken to our Career Portal where you can access the link. For a confidential conversation and any questions, please contact Donna McKenzie, Manager Child and Family Services, on 0417 104 ***. Qualifications Bachelor of Social Work or other tertiary qualification relevant to social welfare practice. Minimum two years case management experience including expertise in working with infants, children, young people and families at risk. Critical to your success in this role will also be: Sound knowledge of the issues facing vulnerable families including child development, attachment, trauma and family violence. Demonstrated ability to undertake casework practice using a case management approach. Knowledge and ability to undertake comprehensive child focused assessments, consultations, family and individual functioning and parent skill development. Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people and diverse communities. Willingness to obtain a valid Working with Children Check and satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencing employment with us. If you have spent over 12 months overseas in the last 10 years, you will also be required to undergo an International Police Check or present evidence of a satisfactory check. Valid Victorian Driver Licence. Benefits Salary packaging benefit options available up to $15,900 p.a. Meals and entertainment packaging options available up to $2,650 p.a. Access to company vehicles for work related travel Generous professional development options to help you broaden your horizons and sharpen your skillset during your time with us, including a dedicated training budget Generous leave entitlements Accrued Day Off option to help you enjoy a healthy worklife balance Ongoing health and wellness incentives Access to Employee Assistance Program How to Apply All applications must include a cover letter, resume and a written response addressing the Key Selection Criteria (Knowledge and Skills) in the Position Description. When submitting your application in our Career Portal, please upload the written response addressing the Key Selection Criteria in the Other Documents area. Applications close Wednesday 14 January 2026. FamilyCare is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals of diverse backgrounds including those from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally and linguistically diverse and LGBTQIA+ communities to apply. Looking to take the next step in your career? Apply now! #J-18808-Ljbffr