Practice Leader

Location: South West Region | Portland

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing

Salary: $113,412 – $124,183

Occupation: Community Services

Reference: VG/DFFH/WWD/520544C

Job posted: 03/03/2022

Closes: 17/03/2022

Occupation: Community Services

Classification: CPP 5.2

Job duration: Not provided

Contact: Donna Mercieca | 0429 418 012 or [email protected]

Reference: VG/DFFH/WWD/520544C

Occupation: Community Services

Salary Range: $113,412 – $124,183

Work location: South West Region | Portland

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, LGBTQI+ 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 print), please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed 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 Practice Leader (Case Planning) has the formal delegation to endorse case plans under the Children,

Youth and Families Act 2005 including using family-led decision-making approaches where appropriate and 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 may also undertake case practice quality audits and provide regular practice forums

and reflective practice sessions.

For more information on the accountabilities and key selection criteria and qualification requirements for the role please refer to the Position Description attached.

MANDATORY VACCINATION POLICY

The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its workers and clients. The department may require its employees to be fully vaccinated against preventable diseases such as the current coronavirus (COVID-19) based on Victorian Chief Health Officer’s Directions as issued and updated from time to time. Vaccination requirements may differ from role to role based on their risk category and the duties performed. The department’s policy (attached) outlines the risk categories and requirements for employees working for the department. Where relevant, proof of immunisation status may be required. For this role, you are required to submit proof of vaccination prior to commencement. Please refer to the attached policy for more information – DFFH COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination policy .

HOW TO APPLY:

Applicants are encouraged to apply online, submitting a cover letter and a current resume. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

Please note, for this position, you are not required to address each of the key selection criteria in a separate written document.

Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

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.

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)

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