Team Manager

Victorian Government - Department of Families, Fairness, and Housing; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Victorian Government - Department of Families, Fairness and Housing in Melbourne seeks a Child Protection Team Manager to lead a team of practitioners and oversee service delivery, resource management and case planning within specified timeframes.

You will work with Senior Child Protection Practitioners to strengthen practice, ensure safety and development of children and young people, and promote positive outcomes through effective supervision and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in risk assessment, analysis and mitigation in child protection.
• Demonstrated capability in case planning, review and case management.
• Knowledge of Aboriginal culture and Aboriginal Child Placement Principle.
• Understanding of relevant legislation and policy in child protection.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk assessment and develop intervention plans within timeframes.
• Oversee and review case work and team performance.
• Collaborate with Senior Practitioners to strengthen practice and service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with pre-employment checks and screening requirements.

Job description

THE ROLEThe Child Protection Team Manager is responsible for effective service delivery, managing resources and budget, cases awaiting allocation and small teams of practitioners. The Team Manager has the formal delegation to endorse and review case 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. The position will work collaboratively with the Senior Child Protection Practitioners to strengthen case practice, provide effective service delivery and to support other practitioners.The transportation of children is a requirement of this role, as such a valid driver's licence and willingness to travel, including in country regions is essential. There may be the requirement to work overnight and, travel in evenings and early mornings. Occasionally, additional hours may be required including weekends, to ensure the wellbeing of children.You will possess an understanding of Aboriginal culture and demonstrate an understanding of the legislative, policy and practice requirements relating to Aboriginal children, families, and communities, including the Aboriginal Child Placement Principle and the programs and initiatives that support its implementation in child protection practice.ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDERisk assessment and analysis: authorises plans and decisions in relation to risk assessment, analysis and mitigation/intervention.Case planning review and case management: leads planning, review and management of their own and team members' case work.Critical inquiry: leads planning, review and management of issues in line with best practice principles and legislative requirements.Please open the position description to read more.This role requires a Working with Children Check.Further advice on obtaining this check can be found here: https://www.vic.gov.au/working-with-children-checkFor more information on what this means, and all other requirements, please see the Position Description.HOW TO APPLYApplicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)Please apply to submit your interest in this position.