Child Protection Specialists
4 weeks ago
As a Child Protection Specialist with the State Government of Victoria, Australia, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of children. This is a challenging yet rewarding career opportunity that requires a high level of dedication and commitment.
The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing works tirelessly to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected, and valued life. As a Child Protection Specialist, you will be part of a team that focuses on child protection, housing, disability, and other critical areas.
Your key responsibilities will include receiving reports, conducting investigations, intervening if necessary, and supervising children on child protection orders. You will also determine case plans and deliver case practice services to ensure the safety and well-being of children.
This position is available in various locations across Victoria, including Preston, Frankston, Sale, Warragul, Geelong, Portland, and Hamilton. The estimated salary for this role is $70,000 - $90,000 per annum.
To be successful in this role, you must hold or be willing to obtain an Employee Working with Children Check card and a valid Victorian Driver Licence. A current resume, cover letter, and official academic transcript are required as part of the application process.
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Child Protection Specialist
1 week ago
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Child Protection Specialist to join our team at the Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency. This is an exciting opportunity for an Aboriginal professional with a strong background in social work and case management to contribute to the care and protection of Aboriginal children.About UsThe...
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Child Protection Specialist
5 days ago
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency Full timeJob OverviewNewly created position to work closely with the client's Key Worker (Case Manager) and the Team Leader in planning and delivering support activities for clients under VACCA's care. The role manages a caseload of children under VACCA's care and leads investigations into new child protection reports. This is an opportunity to make a real-life...
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Child Protection Specialist
1 week ago
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency Full timeRole OverviewNewly created position to work closely with the client's Key Worker and the Team Leader in planning and delivering support activities for the client.This role manages a caseload of children under VACCA's care and leads investigations into new child protection reports, ensuring the rights of Aboriginal children are respected.The Case...
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Statutory Child Protection Specialist
1 week ago
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Leaders in Care Full timeStatutory Child Protection SpecialistWe are a tight-knit team based in North England, dedicated to supporting each other and delivering high-quality work. As a Statutory Child Protection Specialist with us, you will play a critical role in assessing and managing cases effectively, ensuring that all necessary interventions are taken to protect those at...
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Experienced Child Protection Specialist
3 days ago
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom PPR Social Care Full timePertemps is seeking an Experienced Child Protection Specialist to join our dedicated Triage Team. This role involves working with Children and Families at the earliest stage, assessing and making decisions about interventions. Our ideal candidate will have significant Social Work experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for supporting...
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Child Protection Specialist
1 week ago
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Caritas Care Full timeChild Protection SpecialistLocation: Preston, LancashireWe are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled social worker to join our experienced Fostering Team at Caritas Care.About the Role:This opportunity has arisen due to the retirement of one of our Supervising Social Workers. You will be responsible for supervising and supporting a small caseload of fostering...
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Program Coordinator
4 weeks ago
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency Full timeJob Overview:We are seeking an experienced Program Coordinator to join our team and lead our efforts in reducing overrepresentation of Aboriginal children in out-of-home care. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing casework and case management services, supporting program staff, and leading a team of family services...
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Solicitor for Child Protection Specialist
1 month ago
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Realm Recruit Full timeBased in Preston, a regional law firm is seeking an experienced Solicitor to join their expanding team. The role involves handling public law matters such as care proceedings, child protection, and special guardianship.About the RoleThe ideal candidate will be a Senior Associate level lawyer with experience in family law, particularly in care proceedings and...
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Child Protection and Family Law Advocate
3 weeks ago
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Realm Recruit Full timeAs a Public Law Specialist Solicitor, you will be responsible for handling complex cases involving child protection and family law.About Our Team:Our team is comprised of experienced solicitors who are dedicated to providing exceptional service to our clients. We pride ourselves on our friendly and supportive culture, which enables our team members to thrive...
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Child and Family Advocate
4 weeks ago
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Therapeutic Specialist Team Lead
4 weeks ago
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Child Protection Professional
1 week ago
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Pertemps Full timeWe are looking for a motivated and dedicated Social Worker to join our Child Protection Team in Cumbria. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in supporting vulnerable children and their families.About the JobThis role offers a great opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to work in a dynamic and supportive environment. You will be...
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Cultural Support Coordinator
7 days ago
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency Full timeKey Responsibilities As a Child Protection Specialist, you will be responsible for engaging with local child protection staff, collaborating with families where abuse or neglect is alleged, and ensuring that an Aboriginal perspective is integral to case planning, assessments, and decision-making. You will also support child protection in identifying and...
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Aboriginal Care Specialist
4 weeks ago
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency Full timeJob Title: Aboriginal Care SpecialistAbout the Role:We are seeking an experienced Aboriginal Care Specialist to join our team at Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA). As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in promoting the healing and emotional growth of children and young people affected by trauma.Key Responsibilities:Develop...
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Child Protection Social Work Professional
4 weeks ago
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Social Work Partners Full timeAs a Child Protection Social Work Professional with Social Work Partners, you will work alongside an experienced team to protect children and families in Cumbria. Our mission is to provide high-quality support to vulnerable individuals while maintaining a safe and stable environment.We are seeking a dedicated professional who can work effectively with our...
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Protecting Children and Families Specialist
4 weeks ago
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Social Work Partners Full timeWe are excited to announce an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Social Work Specialist to join our team in Cumbria. As a key member of our staff, you will be responsible for protecting children and families, working collaboratively with our experienced professionals to ensure optimal outcomes.To succeed in this critical role, you will need to...
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Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom State Government of Victoria, Australia Full timeOverviewThe State Government of Victoria, Australia seeks a dedicated social worker to join their child protection team as an Advanced Practitioner. In this role, you will play a vital part in safeguarding the well-being of children and young people, working collaboratively with families, community services, and other professionals.SalaryThe estimated annual...
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Child and Family Care Manager
3 days ago
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom PPR Social Care Full timeCareer Opportunities with PertempsWe are a leading recruitment agency specializing in Qualified Social Work placements. Our goal is to connect experienced professionals with rewarding roles that match their skills and interests.We are currently seeking a talented Child and Family Care Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have significant Social...
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Aboriginal Children's Services Manager
4 weeks ago
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency Full timeJob Title: Aboriginal Children's Services ManagerAbout the Role:This position is responsible for managing a team of Therapeutic Specialists working with Residential Services homes, Aboriginal children and families, and Government partners to reduce overrepresentation in care and contact with the Child Protection system.Key Responsibilities:Provide casework...
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Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust Full timeLancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a skilled Clinical Psychologist to join our team. As a Senior Clinical Psychologist, you will be responsible for providing specialist psychological assessments, formulations, and interventions with children, young people, and their families.The role requires experience working with children, young...