Work Type: Various
Salary: $128,635 - $140,849
Grade: CPP 5.2
Occupation: Child protection
Location: Loddon Mallee - Mildura
Reference: VG/VG/SEPT26TMAHSMA
Team Manager, Child Protection After Hours Service, Mallee Area (Mildura)
We are seeking a proactive and resilient Team Manager to join our After Hours program on a ongoing, full-time rostered basis and make a real difference in the lives of children, young people and families. This position will be based in Mildura.
The After-Hours program operates on a structured, rostered model and provides response and emergency outreach visits as required to all child protection matters that are received outside core business hours; at night, on weekends and on public holidays. This role attracts excellent penalty rates and allowances.
In this role you will join a passionate team that shares your commitment to keeping children safe and families connected. You will be responsible for effective service delivery which will involve managing a small team of Child Protection Practitioners, allocation of cases, resource and budget management. You will have 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 help strengthen case practice and to support the development of practitioners to ensure effective service delivery.
Some of the key responsibilities for Team Managers, include:
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Benefits
DFFH welcomes applications from suitably qualified temporary visa holders. Successful candidates may be eligible for employer sponsorship under SID482 visa. More information at Child protection jobs - Child protection jobs – international recruitment | vic.gov .au
Skills and experience required
How to Apply
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Applications are open from 28h September 2026 and close at 11:59pm on 30 October 2026
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Important Information
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.
Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required.
Successful candidates are required to attend 5 week mandatory practice induction program.
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