Principal Coordinator - Child Safety and Wellbeing Service (534240)

Job Q; Central Highlands; On-site; AUD 132,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Fitness Passport

12% superannuation

Leave entitlements

Job summary

The Department of Health Tasmania seeks a Principal Coordinator for Child Safety and Wellbeing to lead safeguarding risk assessments, governance oversight and expert advice across the health system. This role drives continuous improvement and ensures child safety standards are embedded in practice and policy.

You will coordinate reporting, manage sensitive information and work with senior stakeholders to promote a child-safe culture and robust risk controls across services.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in assessing and managing complex safeguarding risks.
• Experience coordinating safety incidents, analysing trends within governance or risk frameworks.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills; ability to prepare governance documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead assessment and oversight of safeguarding risks across Tasmanian health services.
• Support high-level governance, reporting processes and decision-making.
• Provide expert advice on complex child safety matters and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Governance

Risk assessment

Policy development

Education

Tertiary qualification in social work

Tertiary qualification in law

Tertiary qualification in health-related discipline

Job description

#### Principal Coordinator - Child Safety and Wellbeing Service (534240)Derwent Bridge, TAS 7140Casual#### Job descriptionMedicalJobsAustralia.com Principal Coordinator - Child Safety and Wellbeing Service (534240)Department of HealthInfrastructure & RiskOffice of the Chief Risk OfficerApplications must be submitted by Thursday 01 October, 2026 11:55 PMPosition detailsThe teamThe Child Safety and Wellbeing Service sits within the Office of the Chief Risk Officer (OCRO), a division established to strengthen statewide leadership and capability in risk management across the Department of Health. OCRO provides strategic risk oversight, structured governance, policy coordination and whole-of-system safety initiatives that support safer services and better outcomes for Tasmanians.Working collaboratively across the Agency, the Child Safety and Wellbeing Service provides leadership, governance and oversight to promote the safety, wellbeing and protection of children and young people. The team works closely with clinical, operational and executive stakeholders to identify safeguarding risks, strengthen organisational capability, support continuous improvement, and embed a child-safe culture in accordance with the Child and Youth Safe Standards.The roleJoin the Office of the Chief Risk Officer in a pivotal role that helps shape child safeguarding practices across Tasmania's public health system. The Principal Coordinator - Child Safety and Wellbeing Service leads the assessment and oversight of safeguarding risks, supports high-level governance and reporting processes, and provides expert advice on complex child safety matters. The position plays a key role in embedding child safety, accountability and continuous improvement across the Department of Health.The successful candidateApplicants will bring:Demonstrated expertise in assessing and managing complex child safeguarding risks, with the ability to identify emerging issues and implement effective risk mitigation strategies.Proven experience coordinating and reviewing safety incidents, analysing trends and driving evidence-based improvements within governance, risk or safety frameworks.Highly developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to prepare strategic reports, briefings and governance documentation, and provide authoritative advice on sensitive matters.Strong leadership capability, professional judgement and adaptability, with experience operating independently in complex environments while maintaining confidentiality and supporting organisational change.Details of appointmentPermanentFull time76 hours per fortnightApplicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.Salary$132,460 to $139,392 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025.Benefits available to eligible candidatesProfessional development and accelerated pathways.A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.More information about our Employee Benefits can be found hereEligibilitySuccessful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.Current Working with Children Registration.Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:Relevant tertiary qualifications in social work, law, or a health-related discipline, supported by experience managing sensitive matters and working with confidential information.Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated DocumentsWe encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.Statement of Duties:Principal Coordinator CSWS Band 7.docxApplication Guide:Applicant Guide.docxHow to applyApply Online. Please click the \"Apply\" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.For more informationApplicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.Name: Tracey TurnerPosition: Director - Child Safeguarding and Statewide ComplaintsPhone number: 0461 255 110Email address:What it is like working at the Department of Health?Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!Move to Tasmania | TasmanianOne Health Podcast - SpotifyOne Health Podcast - AppleTasmanian Health Careers | TasmanianDepartment of Health has achieved the \"Carer Accredited Employer Status\" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.Apply now