Child and Family Practitioner - Strengthening

Support Families to Build Resilience and Create Lasting Change

Are you committed to supporting families through early intervention and tailored support? Meli is seeking a compassionate and skilled Child and Family Practitioner to join our Family Support and Care Services team. Based in the Barwon Southwest area, this role focuses on strengthening families, building resilience, and promoting healing from trauma before challenges become entrenched.

You’ll work with individuals and families experiencing complex needs, offering a mix of assertive outreach, case management, and evidence-informed interventions. As part of the Strengthening Stream, your work will contribute to increased safety, connection, and wellbeing for children, adolescents, and their families.

About the Role

As a Child and Family Practitioner, you will:

• Deliver targeted early intervention and family support services through case management, assertive outreach, and group work.
• Build protective factors and resilience in families by addressing risk and improving parenting capacity and wellbeing.
• Conduct risk and needs assessments and co-develop family action plans to guide support and service referrals.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies to ensure coordinated, wraparound support.
• Participate in continuous improvement, data collection, and reflective practice to support best outcomes for clients.

This role is all about connection—working closely with families to provide meaningful support that strengthens relationships, promotes independence, and empowers families to thrive.

Position Details

• 1 x 1.0 FTE, fixed term position working 38 hours per week until 27 November 2026
• 1 x Part time 0.8 FTE working 60.8 hours per fortnight, ongoing 
• $101,032 (pro-rata) p/a + Super + Salary Packaging

Why Work with Us?

At Meli, we offer more than just a job—we provide a platform to thrive, grow, and make an impact. Our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) includes:

• Supportive Culture: Join a values-driven organization that fosters collaboration and innovation.
• Career Growth: Access ongoing Learning & Development opportunities and clear pathways for progression.
• Financial Benefits: Enjoy salary packaging up to $15,900 per year, enhancing your financial well-being.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible ways of working
• Employee Wellbeing: Participate in employee-led Inclusion Working Groups, access confidential counselling via our Employee Assistance Program, and enjoy paid parental leave above the government scheme.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and actively supports individuals from all walks of life.

What We're Looking For

We value individuals who bring dedication, empathy, and expertise to their roles. To succeed in this position, you will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Welfare Studies, Alcohol and Other Drugs, Behavioural Sciences or a related field.
• Experience delivering family support and case management to families with complex needs.
• Strong understanding of early intervention, therapeutic frameworks, and trauma-informed practice.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with families, community organisations, and government services.
• Confidence conducting risk and needs assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.

How to Apply

We’re excited to hear from you! Please submit your application, including a résumé and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined above. Applications close 11:59pm, Monday 27 October 2025. 

For more information about the position please contactCheryl Noble, Senior Child & Family Practitioner - Strengtheningon 0491 085 795.

Take the Next Step

If you’re ready to inspire change and make a lasting impact, click Apply Now and start your journey with Meli. 

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