Team Manager, Child Protection

Victorian Government - Department of Families, Fairness, and Housing; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria invites applications for a Child Protection Team Manager. You will lead a small team of practitioners, oversee case planning, risk assessment and reporting to support safety and development of children and young people.

Applicants must meet the organisation's standards, complete mandatory induction, and hold Working with Children Check. Melbourne-based role with travel regional support may apply.

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.ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDERisk assessment and analysis: authorises plans and decisions in relation to risk assessment, analysis and mitigation/interventionCase planning review and case management: leads planning, review and management of their own and team members' case workCritical inquiry: leads planning, review and management of issues in line with best practice principles and legislative requirementsStandardised reporting: reviews team documents including court reports, case plans and assessments, ensuring reporting obligations are metPlease open the position description to read more.Practice Induction Program (PIP)All new Child Protection practitioners are required to complete mandatory, full-time five-week Practice Induction Program (PIP). This training is designed to provide new employees with the necessary practice of knowledge and skills relating to the role. This is delivered online and in person with attendance in Melbourne required for some week blocks. Regional employees will be supported with travel and accommodation arrangements.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.