Senior Placement Coordinator
Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ 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. .
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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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| Department: | Department of Families, Fairness and Housing |
| Work Type: | Fixed term - full time |
| Job Function: | Community Services |
| Classification: | CYF4 |
| Work Location: | Shepparton - Goulburn |
| Reference: | VG/DFFH/COPL/380520NOV |
| Closing Date: | 19-Nov-2025 |
| Salary Range: | $107,680 - $118,816 |
| Job Duration: | Fixed term until: 05-JUN-2026 |
| Attachments: | 2025-11-05 PD 380520 CYF4 Senior Placement Coordinator.docx (Word, 131KB) Job Specification |
| Contact: | Paula Willmott Paula.Willmott@dffh.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
THE ROLE
You will be responsible for the facilitation of Care Services planning and care options for children within the Child Protection program. Having a clear understanding of the accommodation requirements of children and young people, negotiation skills and ability to work with key internal and external stakeholders is essential to ensure service delivery for children in a Care Services in Goulburn.
The role of a Senior Accommodation Coordinator is to plan and co-ordinate responses for Care Services for statutory Child Protection clients in line with the Best Interests Practice Framework, provide monitoring and support to existing accommodation to ensure optimum accommodation planning, and take the lead in recommending and planning future directions in Care Services.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Child Protection system and related legislation and policies.
- A sound understanding of the developmental needs of children and the issues experienced by vulnerable families involved with the Child Protection and Care Services system
- Demonstrated understanding, experience and expertise in Protection & Care and related areas, with particular emphasis on the Care Services system and its challenges.
Please open the position description to read more.
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.
Job details
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| Department: | Department of Families, Fairness and Housing |
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| Job Reference: | VG/DFFH/COPL/380520NOV |
| Location: | Shepparton - Goulburn |
| Work Type: | Fixed term - full time |
| Job Function: | Community Services |
| Classification: | CYF4 |
| Salary Range: | $107,680 - $118,816 |
| Job Duration: | Fixed term until: 05-JUN-2026 |
| Date posted: | 05-Nov-2025 |
| Application Close Date: | 19-Nov-2025 |
| Attachments: | 2025-11-05 PD 380520 CYF4 Senior Placement Coordinator.docx (Word, 131KB) Job Specification |
| Contact: |
Paula Willmott
Paula.Willmott@dffh.vic.gov.au
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