Child Protection Support Workers (South & East)

About usWe’ve been supporting people with a disability since 2007. Specialising in 24-hour disability programs for individuals with multiple and complex needs, we’re proud to be a trusted and registered service provider with the NDIA, TAC, DHHS and Worksafe.Our values are:People, First Brilliant Together Bring Our Best. Always Relentless Optimism Benefits & cultureCareChoice is proud to be an EEO employer. We support an inclusive approach in the workplace. We celebrate our diversity and welcome staff regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity and lifestyle choices.As a CareChoice employee, benefits you’ll be able to take advantage of include:A number of employee wellness platforms including EAP and Care4U, free flu shots and travel discounts.Discounts with major retailers including:Car and Health InsuranceFuelGroceries and foodGas, Electricity, Internet, and Mobile PhonesPet suppliesMovie ticketsOther major retailers such as Catch, Myer, Kmart, Big W, JB Hi Fi plus many more.Monthly Recognition & Reward for Employee of the MonthService Recognition ProgramFree Ongoing training and developmentCareer development opportunitiesFrom the moment you step through our doors, you’ll feel welcome and supported to do your best work and really make a difference in people’s lives.About you:The successful candidate will have completed a Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention, a Diploma of Community Services or hold a relevant Certificate IV accompanied by the mandatory Top Up Units. Graduate Social Workers encouraged to apply.To be considered for this position you must have the following:Previous Child Protection experienceA sound understanding of Trauma Informed Care Experience with Behaviours of Concern  Experience in implementing behavioural support plans/strategiesExtensive experience supporting clients with Mental Health concernsExperience supporting clients with substance abuse (Alcohol and Other Drugs)Excellent written and verbal English communication skillsCurrent Working with Children checkCurrent First Aid and CPRCurrent & Clear Police checkCovid19 Digital Vaccination Certificate or Immunisation StatementNDIS Worker Screening ClearanceValid Driver’s Licence with access to a comprehensively insured vehicle* Certificate IV in Mental Health and or AOD desirableTo APPLYIf this sounds like the ideal role for you and you have the skills and experience we’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you. So, don’t delay, apply today. For further information, please contact our recruitment team at recruitment@carechoice.com.au. AUD Australia - VIC Melbourne - All locations Bayside & South Eastern Suburbs Melbourne