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

• Multiple positions available
• Full-time (1 FTE) and Part-time (0.8 FTE) roles
• $97,614 p/a + Super + Salary Packaging (pro-rata for part-time position)
• To view the Position Description, please visit www.meli.org.au/careers/

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.

Join Our Commitment

Meli is committed to providing a child-safe environment. We have zero tolerance of any abuse or maltreatment of children. Our recruitment practices reflect our commitment to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of young people in our care.

Meli is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ community members, people living with disabilities, and those looking to return to the workforce.

Our usual process includes a written application, a phone call and a panel interview, if you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please email us at [email protected] to discuss how we can best support you.

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 Friday 25 April 2025.

For more information about the position please contact Toni Gauntlett, Manager Family Support on 0429 923 199

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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