At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct preliminary assessments for Working with Children Check and NDIS applications.
- Company: Join a supportive team dedicated to child safety and community welfare.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, flexible hours, and a chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Opportunity for growth in a dynamic and impactful role.
- Why this job: Be part of a vital process that ensures safety in our communities.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
The role ofan Initial Assessment Officer is to conduct preliminary assessments of Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening applications and Clearance holders with criminal records or relevant professional findings.
Initial Assessment Officers provide legislative support to the operational teamsthrough the use ofexpert knowledge and carry out quality assurance functions across their work.
Initial Assessment Officers also regularly engage with a range of stakeholders in both written and verbal formats toseekand clarify information.
Initial Assessment Officers are also responsible for a range of administrative functions associated with processing case files, including conducting initial research and analysis of data.
- ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Undertakingaccurateandtimelyinitialassessments of WWC Check and NDIS Worker Screening applications and reassessments.
- Managing the Child Checkand Dis Checkdatabases' requirements forinitialassessments.
- Communicatewith applicants and Clearance holders in relation to their WWC Check and NDIS Worker Screening applications and reassessments.
- Collate data and statistics andassistingwith data analysis and performance reporting.
- Managing and prioritising individual workloads in a time sensitive environment.
- Liaise with external agencies including Corrections, Victoria Policeand the Courts, and internally with other areas of the unit, including Legal Services, to obtain relevant information toassistin the evaluation and assessment of WWC Check and NDIS Worker Screening applications and reassessments.
This role requires a Working with Children Check.
For more information on what this means, and all other requirements, please see the Position Description.
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Initial Assessment Officer – Ballarat employer: Social Services Regulator (SSR)
At Social Services Regulator (SSR), we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment in Victoria. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through ongoing professional development opportunities, while our focus on child safety reform initiatives ensures that your work has a meaningful impact on the community. Join us to be part of a team that values integrity, innovation, and the well-being of both employees and the vulnerable populations we serve.
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