About the Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Child Safe Lead to join the Strategy, People and Culture team.

The Child Safe Lead will provide leadership, guidance and support to the organisation and community in relation to the protection and enhancement of the physical, emotional, cultural and social wellbeing of children and young people.

Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to) developing, supporting and advocating for the ongoing implementation of the Council’s Child Safe Plan, policy and procedures; working in partnership across the organisation to manage project implementation; assessing incidents and conducting and coordinating reportable conduct investigations and writing reports; providing education and support to enhance Council’s Child Safe capability and maturity.

This is a full time two year fixed contract role based at our Civic Centre however we can offer a range of flexible work options for the right candidate.

What you will need to thrive

In order to be thrive in this position you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology/Social Work/Education or a related discipline
• High level knowledge of the Victorian Child Safe Standards and Reportable Conduct Scheme
• Good knowledge of child welfare/child protection arrangements and relevant legislation
• Direct experience in working with children and/or young people in complex and sometimes challenging circumstances
• Experience writing and developing policies, practices and processes at an organisational level
• Experience working collaboratively across an organisation to successfully implement policies and practices

Why Us

Making a difference to others and our community is at the heart of everything we do at Knox. We are inspired by empowering our diverse community inside and out to thrive and prosper through our values: ‘Make a difference daily’, ‘Inspire and facilitate success’, ‘Think big act bold, and ‘Do what is right not what is easy’. Our vision and values make us a forward thinking, adaptive and collaborative organisation constantly evolving to match the needs of the community.

Our benefits include a flexible workplace including accrued days off, opportunities for learning and development, a focus on wellbeing as well as an Employee Assistance Program and reward and recognition programs.

Remuneration for this role will be ($98,781 - $110,786 p.a depending on experience) plus 10% superannuation.

For further information on this role please contact Kim Oakman on 9298 8779.

Review the full position description now via our Knox City Council Careers Page.

To apply please provide a resume and brief cover letter demonstrating you have what is needed to thrive in this role.

Knox City Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.