Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $142,790 - $191,084
Grade: VPS 6
Occupation: Other
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/700310
THE ROLE
The Principal Practice Leader leads a small team (Integrated Service Practice) and undertakes a range of innovative projects and duties that contribute to the implementation of the Complex Needs Project, comprising of several initiatives delivered across the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (the department) and the Department of Health.
The Complex Needs Project has been established to drive policy and service initiatives to improve the service response for people aged 16 years and older, with complex functional needs related to mental illness, psychological distress, cognitive impairment, neurodiversity, substance use or trauma who pose an unacceptable risk of harm to others and who are experiencing significant service gaps.
This role assists the Victorian Senior Practitioner in leading evidence-based practice and collaborates with service providers and relevant professionals to build and support workforce capability and ensure continuing positive outcomes for people with complex needs. The role will also provide practice leadership and advice across the department's complex needs responses.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
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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.