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Family Service Practitioner

Job Title: Family Service Practitioner
Contract Type: Contract
Location: Ballarat, Victoria, Australia
Industry: Social Work
Salary: AU$63 - AU$66 per hour + Super
Start Date: ASA6
Reference: BBBH335731_1766547076
Contact Name: Natalie Griffiths
Contact Email: natalie.griffiths@twrecruitment.com.au
Job Published: Dec 24, 2025

Job Description

Family Services Practitioners - IFS & FPR (Locum)


Location: On-site | Contract: 3-6 months (with potential to go permanent) | Pay: SCHADS 5.1-5.2 ($63-$66/hr)

Looking to make a real difference in families' lives? ๐ŸŒŸ Tradewind is recruiting multiple Family Services Practitioners to join Integrated Family Services (IFS) and Family Preservation & Reunification (FPR) teams. You'll work hands-on with families, helping them develop goals, action plans, and safety plans to create meaningful change. ๐Ÿ’›

What you'll love about this role:

  • Work directly with families, individuals, and groups to achieve positive outcomes ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ

  • Gain experience across IFS and FPR, broadening your skills and impact ๐ŸŒฑ

  • Start on a locum contract with the opportunity to transition to a permanent role ๐Ÿ”„

  • Competitive pay SCHADS 5.1-5.2 ($63-$66/hr) depending on experience ๐Ÿ’ฐ

  • Be part of a supportive, collaborative, and values-driven environment ๐Ÿค

About you:

  • Experienced in family services, case management, or related roles

  • Skilled at engaging families, building trust, and delivering practical solutions

  • Motivated, flexible, and passionate about making a difference โœจ

This is more than just a job - it's a chance to create lasting impact in your community. ๐ŸŒŸ

Apply now through Tradewind and step into a role where your work truly matters!

About Tradewind Australia

Tradewind Australia is a multi-award-winning recruitment agency recognised for outstanding candidate experience across the Social and Community sectors. We partner with leading organisations across Victoria, providing opportunities that align with your skills, values and career goals.

What sets us apart:

  • Dedicated consultants specialising in Family Services
  • Access to exclusive locum and permanent opportunities
  • Support throughout the entire recruitment and onboarding process
  • Transparent communication and ongoing career development support

How to Apply

Click "Apply" to submit your CV.
For more information, please contact our Family Services Team on 03 9081 0562

Commitment to Child Safety, Inclusion and being an equal opportunities employer

Tradewind Australia is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and vulnerable people. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

All successful applicants will undergo reference checks, identity verification and Working with Children Check and further compliance requests pending the organisation's requirements.