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CPP5.2, Area Practice Leader, Child Protection Unit, Hume Merri-bek Area

3 months ago

Melbourne, United States Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

THE ROLE
The child protection 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 Practice Leader supports practice to develop 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 Practice Leader also undertakes case practice quality audits and provides regular practice forums and reflective practice sessions.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

Carry a caseload (allocated or co-allocated) commensurate with their other duties, with a focus on high risk and complex cases. Implement reflective practice and other staff development strategies for child protection practitioners, as well as practitioners in the Support and Safety Hub for their area. This may include establishing and/or maintaining a local consultative panel for the Support and Safety Hub and/or Integrated Family Services and Specialist Family Violence Services (men's and women's). Works collaboratively with the Team Manager and Senior Child Protection Practitioner/s to strengthen case practice, provide effective service delivery and to support other practitioners. Co-ordinates and leads the planning, review, and management of casework within DFFH and across other agencies and services. Critical enquiry - uses evidence based frameworks to investigate issues, and is able to understand the root cause of each issue as well as the potential implications.
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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 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.

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.