Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $122,383 - $140,849
Grade: CYF5
Occupation: Child protection
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/00522774
THE ROLE
Located within the operational division, this innovative position will drive positive changes and enhance the life outcomes for children and young people across each of the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing divisions.
The Manager, Care Support and Engagement, plays a pivotal role in supporting carers across the Division. The Manager, Care Support and Engagement is responsible for divisional oversight, tracking and monitoring of all components of the kinship model, WWCC compliance and the implementation of the Care Support Helpdesk (funded by the Victorian Government 2022-23 State budget until 30 June 2024).
The Manager, Care Support and Engagement will take the lead role in driving and embedding the model of kinship care, which was rolled out across Victoria in March 2018. The model promotes placement stability by providing ongoing and flexible support to kinship placements.
The position works closely with Child Protection, Care services teams, Kinship Engagement Teams, Out of Home Care Service providers and reports up to the Manager Care Services Strategic and Operational Support.
You will be capable in interpreting and analysing data as a tool to drive strategy, consistency, and performance
This is a supervisory role, providing line management to the following teams:
You will work to raise the profile of the kinship model and will take the lead role in coordinating and activating all model processes, including Divisional reporting regarding First Supports when required.
The work location in is flexible and may require travel within and outside the division.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
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For more information on what this means, and all other requirements, please see the Position Description.
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.