At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to ensure the safety and development of children in need.
- Company: Join the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing, making a difference in the community.
- Benefits: Flexible work arrangements, professional development, and a supportive environment.
- Other info: Encourages applications from diverse backgrounds and offers excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on vulnerable children's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in child protection and strong leadership abilities required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
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, 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.
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.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Practice leadership: leads planning, review and management of assessment and decision making in line with best practice principles and legislative requirements; expertly translates best practice principles and legislative requirements to apply in practice.
- Developing others: encourages a learning environment for team members, promoting the need for gaining new knowledge, insights and skills.
- Problem solving: creates an environment that allows for proactive and shared problem solving, supporting the team to use their strengths to resolve issues.
This role requires a Working with Children Check. Further advice on obtaining this check can be found here: Working with Children Check. For more information on what this means, and all other requirements, please see the Position Description.
Team Manager, Child Protection employer: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing
The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its employees. With a strong commitment to professional development, flexible working arrangements, and a focus on community impact, DFFH empowers its staff to make meaningful contributions to the lives of vulnerable Victorians. Working in diverse settings across metropolitan and regional Victoria, employees benefit from a culture that values collaboration, innovation, and respect for all backgrounds.
Contact Details:
Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Recruitment Team
