• Work mainly in Melbourne and country areas of Victoria only
• Reports To: Family Contact Service
• Location: Various (as per client needs)
• Contract Type: Subcontractor Agreement
• Hours: Flexible
• Remuneration: $75.00 per hour (plus travel costs, billed to the client one way)
• Subcontractors handle their taxes and super contributions and must have an ABN, public liability, professional indemnity and personal accident insurance. Contact sessions are a two-hour minimum.
• Experience: Applicants who have child protection or family services experience will be looked upon favourably.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide impartial, high-quality supervision and facilitation of contact sessions, prioritising the safety and well-being of children.
• Develop professional relationships with children, parents, extended family members, and carers.
• Maintain detailed and confidential records of observations and interactions, demonstrating strong written communication skills.
• Risk & Safeguarding: Assess and manage risks and report safeguarding concerns per guidelines.
• Record Keeping & Reporting: Maintain confidential records and submit reports within three days.
• Communication: Act as an impartial supervisor between children, families, and professionals.
• Compliance: Follow relevant legislation, policies, and Victorian Child Safe Standards.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in child welfare, family support, social services, and supervised contact.
• Qualifications: Social work, psychology, counselling, or related field.
• Skills: Strong communication, professionalism, organisation, and safeguarding knowledge.
• Requirements: Police check, First Aid Certificate, Working with Children Check.
• Vehicle: Roadworthy, insured vehicle for occasional child transport.
• Personal Attributes: Compassionate, non-judgmental, and respectful of confidentiality.

Working Conditions:

• The role requires working with vulnerable children in community environments
• Locations in community settings, flexible hours, including evenings/weekends as needed.