Our Multicultural Services Team is seeking internal expressions of interest for a short-term backfill opportunity as Senior Practitioner. This opportunity gives you the chance to work in a dedicated practice area supporting children and families from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. You'll also gain valuable exposure to government and non-government partner agencies through joint consultation and cross-agency collaboration.
In this role, you will:
- Provide advice to staff on culturally responsive approaches to cases involving children and families from diverse backgrounds
- Develop culturally appropriate strategies to help staff engage effectively with clients
- Guide staff through challenging cases, providing professional supervision where needed
- Collaborate with government and community agencies to share knowledge and improve service delivery
- Review case plans and practice approaches to ensure culturally inclusive, evidence-based services.
About you:
- You apply culturally responsive practice when working with Aboriginal people and diverse communities
- You assess child safety concerns and work with families to support the safe care of their children
- You guide staff in developing Cultural Support Plans that meet legislative and duty of care requirements
- You provide sound advice and prepare clear, evidence-based reports, including for court proceedings
- You build productive relationships with stakeholders and encourage a culture of continuous learning.
Gain experience in cultural consultation and practice guidance by submitting an internal expression of interest for this short-term opportunity today.
Essential Qualification:
- AHP (Allied Health Professional) positions require applicants to hold a Social Work qualification and be eligible for full membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
Persons of Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, who have the appropriate background and skills but do not have the essential qualification, may apply for and be engaged/assigned to the role of Social Worker and will be entitled to apply for any Allied Health Professional roles requiring a qualification in Social Work within the Department for Child Protection.