Advanced Child Protection Practitioner, After Hours Service
Department of Families, Fairness & Housing VIC – Ballarat VIC
The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing are seeking dedicated and qualified professionals to join their Child Protection After Hours Program as Advanced (CPP4 level) Practitioners. If you are passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children, young people and families then we encourage you to read on and apply!
The After-Hours Child Protection program is a state-wide service operating out of metropolitan and regional Victoria that responds to and manages all urgent child protection matters received outside core business hours, including weekends and public holidays. As part of this team, you will assess new reports of potential child abuse or neglect and provide response, including investigation, plan development and emergency outreach visits as required.
In this role you will be required to work on a set, rotating roster that includes, day, afternoon and night shifts and will be entitled to applicable penalty rates and allowances.
CommencementSalaryof$100,894to$114,476per annum(plus superannuation)
We have multiple opportunities available across the program as follows:
- Full time (76h p/f) positions in Mildura, Morwell or Bairnsdale and Wangaratta or Shepparton
- Part time (56h p/f) positions in Morwell or Bairnsdale, Ballarat, and Wangaratta or Shepparton
- Part time (38h p/f) positions in Mildura
- Part time (20h p/f) positions in Mildura, Morwell or Bairnsdale and Wangaratta or Shepparton *These positions will be required to work to a fixed roster from 3pm to 1am on Saturday and Sunday. This roster attracts excellent penalties and there may be scope to pick up additional shifts, dependent on availability for those looking to increase their hours.
- Part time (60.8h p/f) position in Box Hill *This position will include an additional responsibility of management and coordination of placement referrals of children and young people in the After Hours service.
Essential to your success in this role is a relevant qualification in social work, welfare, psychology or community services coupled with a minimum of two years relevant experience in child protection and/or child, youth and family welfare involving case management, a Working with Children Check and Driver's License. Please refer toChild protection jobs - requirements and eligibility | vic.gov.auand ensure you understand and meet the legislated minimum qualification, experience and other requirements of the role prior to submitting your application.
- Working alongside passionate, supportive and collaborative team, where your learning journey and contributions are valued.
- Career development with excellent training and learning opportunities
- Mobility pathways
- Tailored wellbeing and support program
- Competitive annual salary plus shift penalties and 12% super
- Annual wage increases
- Salary packaging opportunities resulting in tax saving
- Additional 5 days of annual leave per annum
- Substitute leave for public holidays
- Annual clothing allowance of $650
- Retention allowance of $2,500 forchild protection practitioners that live in certain regional locations
Our recruitment process
Shortlisted candidatesare required toundertake psychometric assessments followed by attending a virtual online assessment centre on Wednesday 2nd September 2026.
Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will berequired. Successful candidatesare required toattend a 5-weekmandatorypractice induction program
Applications close at 11:59pmon Sunday9thAugust 2026.
Advanced Child Protection Practitioner, After Hours Service in Ballarat employer: Department of Families, Fairness & Housing VIC
The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) is an exceptional employer dedicated to creating equal opportunities for all Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable. With a strong commitment to employee development, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive work culture, DFFH fosters an environment where staff can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the community. Located in Melbourne, this role offers unique opportunities to engage with diverse stakeholders and contribute to vital child safeguarding initiatives.
Contact Details:
Department of Families, Fairness & Housing VIC Recruitment Team
