Child Protection Team Manager - Multi Disciplinary Centre

THE ROLE

The Child Protection Team Manager is responsible for effective service delivery, managing resources and budget, cases awaiting allocation and small teams of practitioners. The Team Manager has the formal delegation to endorse and review case 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 position will work collaboratively with the Senior Child Protection Practitioners to strengthen case practice, provide effective service delivery and to support other practitioners.
The transportation of children is a requirement of this role, as such a valid driver's licence and willingness to travel, including in country regions is essential. There may be the requirement to work overnight and, travel in evenings and early mornings. On occasions, additional hours may be required to ensure the wellbeing of children.
You will possess an understanding of Aboriginal culture and demonstrate an understanding of the legislative, policy and practice requirements relating to Aboriginal children, families, and communities, including the Aboriginal Child Placement Principle and the programs and initiatives that support its implementation in child protection practice.

The Multidisciplinary Centre (MDC)

The Multidisciplinary Centre (MDC) enables a specialist response to sexual offences and child sexual abuse from a single location. A unique opportunity currently exists to manage this dynamic team, located at the Wyndham MDC in Werribee. Wyndham Multidisciplinary Centre provides an opportunity to work in partnership with key stakeholders to achieve and promote positive outcomes for children, young people, and families with whom we work.
In this role, your social work or welfare qualifications will be welcomed into a supportive and hard-working team who share a common goal. Work in collaboration with the Orange Door, Westgate SOCIT, Westgate FVIU, West CASA and Gatehouse to achieve those outcomes.

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.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

1. Risk assessment and analysis: authorises plans and decisions in relation to risk assessment, analysis and mitigation/intervention
2. Case planning review and case management: leads planning, review and management of their own and team members' case work
3. Critical inquiry: leads planning, review and management of issues in line with best practice principles and legislative requirements
4. Standardised reporting: reviews team documents including court reports, case plans and assessments, ensuring reporting obligations are met
5. Reflective Practice: demonstrates expertise in reflective practice through interactions and communication with staff and stakeholders
   

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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.