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Form of workThe Principal Practice Leader leads a small team and undertakes a range of innovative projects and duties that contribute to the implementation of the Complex Needs Project, comprising of several initiatives delivered across the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (the department) and the Department of Health.
This role assists the Victorian Senior Practitioner in leading evidence-based practice and collaborates with service providers and relevant professionals to build and support workforce capability and ensure continuing positive outcomes for people with complex needs. The role will also provide practice leadership and advice across the department's complex needs responses.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
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- Provide expert advice and drive practice improvement across the department's complex needs teams including the Multiple and Complex Needs Initiative, Support for High-Risk Tenancies, Forensic Disability, Serious Offender Coordination and Assertive Outreach and Support.
- Ensure consistent and effective responses to people with complex needs by building and supporting workforce capability.
- Provide secondary consultation, attend case conferences and give direction to service provider when needed.
Please note that this position requires a valid Working With Children Check
VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS POLICY
The department may require its employees to be fully vaccinated against preventable diseases such as the current coronavirus (COVID-19). The department's COVID-19 Vaccination requirements policy(Word) outlines the requirements for existing employees, other workplace participants and prospective employees. Please read in full prior to applying.
HOW TO APPLY
All VPS employees (and ex-VPS employees with extended access to the Jobs and Skills Exchange website) MUST apply via the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) 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.
