International recruit stories
Rewrite tomorrow, one child at a time
Being a child protection practitioner for the Victorian Government means more than having a role in improving the future of hundreds of children and their families. It’s about working with people who share a common goal and who together achieve positive results through all aspects of their work, every single day.
‘A small change in a child’s life can have a big impact on their future. The positive difference you make to their life on a day to day basis will have a lasting effect on their tomorrow’.
We are looking for experienced child protection practitioner to come and live in Victoria and be part of an integrated workforce committed to improving the lives of vulnerable children and their families. We want people who can work positively and collaboratively to achieve positive outcomes; People who are committed to working with children, young people and families. Successful practitioners are confident, aware, open to change and improvement and can provide information, support and expertise in professional relationships.
Victorian child protection looks to overseas candidates to fill gaps in our service that cannot be filled by standard recruitment. We recognise you bring skills and attributes that will strengthen our service.
About our jobs
A career as a Victorian child protection practitioner will open up a world of learning and development that will pave the way for a fulfilling career with us.
Advanced child protection practitioners are experienced case workers from the fields of Child Protection and Child and Family Welfare. You investigate, assess and manage complex cases of children at risk of significant harm from abuse and neglect. Learn more about our jobs.
Immigration and visa
Social workers can apply for either a temporary or permanent visa to work in Australia. We will sponsor successful candidates via a Temporary (Long Stay) Business Visa. Candidates will be supported to apply for permanent residence once they are in Australia, should they wish to do so. Learn more about immigration and visas.
How to apply and relocating
You can apply immediately, by providing an expression of interest. Once you have reviewed the position description and have fully considered the relocation process, you can begin. Learn more on how to apply.

