Team Manager – Footscray

Come and join a supportive team at the Footscray office, where your career development will be supported by a strong leadership team.

We are located 7 kms from the CBD, there is direct access to major roads and freeways. Footscray is well connected by public transport, and the office is only an 8-minute walk from the train station.

Our office is located within beautiful parkland directly fronting the Maribyrnong River. There is ample parking onsite and there are park trails and walking tracks on our doorstep.  

Footscray is a thriving multicultural inner-city suburb with diverse food options and a vibrant arts and culture scene.

About the role

The work of the Child Protection Team Manager is complex, challenging, and rewarding. 
The Team Manager is responsible for supervising and developing a team of Child Protection Practitioners. As a Team Manager you will have direct case planning delegation and the opportunity to influence positive outcomes for children and families.
The Team Manager will support practitioners to work in a statutory environment where they must exercise legal delegations and functions pursuant to the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005 (Vic).

 We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a recognized Social Work Degree or similar Welfare related degree
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated people management experience
• Expert understanding of Children, Youth and Families Act 2005 (Vic)

What we offer:

• Ongoing professional development
• Access to a range of staff benefits – including an additional week of annual leave, staff well-being program, and initiatives
• A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture
• Competitive salary
• Salary packaging options are available including novated motor vehicle lease, health insurance, income protection insurance, superannuation salary sacrifice.

This role requires a Working with Children Check. 

Further advice on obtaining this check can be found here: https://www.vic.gov.au/working-with-children-check 
For more information on what this means, and all other requirements, please see the Position Description.

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.