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Child Protection Practice Leader
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Job Description
THE ROLE
The Practice Leader is responsible for providing expert case advice and leadership, supporting and developing child protection practitioners in the integration of theory and practice while demonstrating expertise through case management. The role supports practice to develop plans to bring about the changes necessary to ensure the safety, stability and development of children and young people and promotes the achievement of case plan objectives within specified timeframes.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
Risk assessment and analysis: provides support, guidance and advice to the broader sector and community partners/stakeholders. Further develops and coach's others in their understanding of risk assessment and analysis.
Case planning review and case management: directly supports and inputs into cases where there is unacceptable risk to the child.
Critical inquiry: leads planning, review, and management of issues in line with best practice principles and legislative requirements.
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HOW TO APPLY
Applicants 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.
The Practice Leader is responsible for providing expert case advice and leadership, supporting and developing child protection practitioners in the integration of theory and practice while demonstrating expertise through case management. The role supports practice to develop plans to bring about the changes necessary to ensure the safety, stability and development of children and young people and promotes the achievement of case plan objectives within specified timeframes.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
Risk assessment and analysis: provides support, guidance and advice to the broader sector and community partners/stakeholders. Further develops and coach's others in their understanding of risk assessment and analysis.
Case planning review and case management: directly supports and inputs into cases where there is unacceptable risk to the child.
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.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants 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.
