Cpp-5.2, Team Manager (Community Based), Child Protection Unit, Mallee Area

THE ROLEThe Child ProtectionTeam Manager (Community Based) is an out-posted Child Protection position. The Team Manager (Community Based) will report to the Deputy Area Operations Manager and will lead a team of Senior Child Protection Practitioners (Community Based) in the local area.The position will be based at the Support and Safety Hub, but will be required to attend the local Child Protection office for Child Protection related activities and meetings.The role requires an operational and strategic approach to ensure an effective, multi-disciplinary service response for families that promotes engagement within the community and reduces the need for Child Protection intervention.The supervision of the SCPPCB will include reporting on activity and client outcomes.The role will be required to collaborate with the Hub to develop and deliver community education on statutory processes and responsibilities. It will also include undertaking a leadership role in Hub governance arrangements as required.ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Critical Assessment and Reflection

Engaging in risk assessment and analysis as well as case management, reporting and engaging in reflective practice. * Engaging OthersEngaging with children, their families and support networks. Collaborating with other practitioners and services and sharing knowledge. * Delivering ResultsProblem solving, making informed practice decisions, delivering improvements, and managing budgets to achieve best outcomes. * Leading and InspiringProviding practice leadership to families and stakeholders, leading and developing colleagues and working to improve the existing systems in the DFFH.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.COVID-19 VACCINATION
The department strongly recommends (but does not mandate) that employees maintain their COVID-19 vaccination status in accordance with current , given their individual circumstances. As of June 2023, DFFH does not require evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status.HOW TO APPLYAll VPS employees (and ex-VPS employees with extended access to the Jobs and Skills Exchange website) MUST apply via the (JSE)
https://jse.vic.gov.au/user/login?destination=/new-home-page
portal.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.