Callum Lloyd
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Child Protection Practitioner highly skilled in responding to reports of child abuse or neglect. Approaches cases with calm and objective eye with well-being of all parties in mind. Works cooperatively with law enforcement, court officials and educators to promote welfare of child. Well-versed in court and child welfare systems and processes. Highly supportive and motivated to help families. Good documentation, planning and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Child Protection Practitioner
Department Of Families, Fairness And Housing
05.2021 - Current
The Advanced Child Protection Practitioner receives and assesses reports of alleged abuse and neglect of children and young people. They undertake investigations and develop plans to bring about the changes necessary to ensure the safety, stability and development of children and young people and to promote the achievement of case plan objectives within specified timeframes. This may include taking matters to court.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychological Science
Deakin University
Geelong, VIC11.2020
High School Diploma -
MacKillop College
Werribee, VIC10.2017
Skills
- Understands child development - Identifies normal developmental stages within a child’s life, and understands attachment and trauma theories as they relate to child protection practice
- Identifies risks to children – identifies factors that place a child at risk of abuse or neglect and articulates this risk verbally and in writing to a range of stakeholders including parent, children and other professionals
- Understands the legislative and statutory framework - understands and embeds the Child Youth and Families Act (2005) in practice, including the core responsibilities and principles of the Act
- Works confidently with families impacted by drug and alcohol abuse - demonstrates an understanding of the legislative, policy, and practice requirements relating to families impacted by drug and/or alcohol abuse, and is able to apply these skills in practice
- Works confidently with families impacted by family violence – demonstrates an understanding of the legislative, policy, and practice requirements relating to family violence and is able to apply these skills in practice
- Writes professionally and convincingly - prepares complex briefs, letters, emails and reports using clear, concise and grammatically correct language Edits written communications to ensure they contain the information necessary to achieve their purpose and meet audience needs Ensures appropriate style and formats are used
- Confidently prepares for court - initiates, prepares, and presents in Children’s Court, or other tribunals
Timeline
Advanced Child Protection Practitioner
Department Of Families, Fairness And Housing
05.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychological Science
Deakin University
High School Diploma -
MacKillop College
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