Team Manager Child Protection

Victorian Government; Shire of Baw Baw; Presencial; AUD 120.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Regional incentives up to $20,500

Regional retention allowance

Descripción de la vacante

The Victorian Government, Department of Families, Fairness and Housing, is seeking a Child Protection Team Manager to oversee service delivery, resource management and case planning within a team of practitioners in regional Victoria.

The role requires travel, potential overnight work, and a Working with Children Check. It offers incentives for rural relocation and regional retention as part of the public service package.

Formación

• Leads effective service delivery and manages resources and budget.
• Reviews and endorses case plans to achieve objectives within timeframes.
• Supports practitioners and strengthens case practice.

Responsabilidades

• Authorises plans and decisions in relation to risk assessment and mitigation.
• Leads planning, review and management of own and team members' case work.
• Oversees critical inquiry and ensures alignment with best practice and legislative requirements.

Conocimientos

Risk assessment

Case planning

Team leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder collaboration

Descripción del empleo

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a
safe, respected and valued life.
Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+
equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are
disadvantaged and vulnerable.
We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across
metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.
We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be
worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse
backgrounds and abilities.
If you're having any trouble viewing this ad and would like it or any attachments in an accessible format (such as large
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on the ad.
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)

THE ROLE

The 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. On occasions, additional hours may be required to ensure the wellbeing of children.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Risk 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.

WORKING IN RURAL VICTORIA INCENTIVE

External applicants relocating to a regional area could be eligible for up to $20,500 worth of incentives.Internal applicants relocating to a regional area could be eligible for up to $15,500 worth of incentives.If you live and work in an area classified as ‘remote' by the Australian Tax Office, you may also be eligible for additional salary packaging arrangements, such as mortgage interest, rental costs, and residential utilities.

Regional retention allowance

Under the Victorian Public Service Enterprise Agreement 2024, child protection practitioners m ay also be eligible to receive a regional retention allowance. Click here to find out more Child protection jobs - regional benefits | vic.gov.au

Practice Induction Program (PIP)

All new Child Protection practitioners are required to complete mandatory, full-time five-weekPractice 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-check
For more information on what this means, and all other requirements, please see the Position Description.

Applications close Thursday 5 November 2026 at 11.59pm