Future Pathways Practitioner

Provide tailored support based on the needs of children and their families

Be supported to learn and work in an evidence-based model

[SCHADS Level 6 / FULL-TIME ONGOING] / based at Morwell

About AV

At Anglicare Victoria (AV) our focus is on transforming the futures of children and young people, families and adults. Our work is based on three guiding pillars, Prevent, Protect, and Empower. We offer a comprehensive network of services and seek to ensure the provision of high-quality services that will bring about significant improvements in the life experience of the young people, children and families/caregivers with whom we work.

In joining AV, you will be part of a positive work culture with access to professional development training, paid study leave, and opportunities for career progression in one of the largest community service organisations in Victoria.

We are committed to supporting the health, wellbeing and resilience of our staff. You will have access to a range of free wellbeing activities including yoga and meditation, discounted health insurance and access to our Employee Assistance Program.

The Team

Future Pathways is part of AV’s approach to the Department of Families, Fairness & Housing’s (DFFH) state-wide initiative to support Family Preservation & Reunification (FPR). The Future Pathways team compliment a suite of family supports provided within the FPR model.

The Future Pathways program is an innovative approach built on practice elements such as motivational interviewing, communication skills building and goal setting to respond to identified needs and achieve real and demonstrable outcomes. Working collaboratively, the team seek to address key intersectionality issues with families, children and young people (e.g. substance use, mental illness, low income, social isolation) as identified by each regional FPR Response.

This Role

The Future Pathways Practitioner will:

Actively participate in the Communities of Practice Forums and Case Consultation Meetings.

Participate in supervision, reflective practice and consultation activities.

Demonstrate compliance with agency requirements through clear and concise documentation and data entry.

Provide direct engagement and motivation using methods compatible with principles and practices of the specified model.

Contributes to the performance monitoring and reporting requirements of the Future Pathways program.

Fulfil program requirements regarding case recording, data collection, registration standards and other requirements such as the Rapid Response evaluation.

Record and update outcomes and data management systems to meet DFFH and Anglicare Victoria’s guidelines and statutory requirements.

Role Requirements

To be successful in this position you will need:

A relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Early Childhood Specialist and/or related behavioural sciences at degree level with substantial experience; or associate diploma level with substantial experience in the relevant service stream, or less formal qualifications with specialised skills sufficient to perform at this level. (Refer to Position Description for overseas qualifications)

The ability to demonstrate competency against the knowledge, skills and personal qualities outlined on page 2 of the Position Description – such as:

working with high needs complex families

using a child focused family-centred approach

utilising culturally sensitive practice with marginalised and minority groups

knowledge of child welfare services

understanding theoretical approaches (i.e., motivational interviewing and social inclusion)

knowledge of evidence-based interventions

experience conducting risk and needs assessments

working within a casework framework

The ability to perform work outside of standard office hours to service the needs of clients

A current Victorian driver’s license and Working with Children Check and be prepared to undergo Criminal History Check(s) prior to commencement.