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Team Manager - Swan Hill

Department of Families, Fairness and Housing

The Department of Health and Human Services develops and delivers policies, programs and services that support and enhance the wellbeing of all Victorians. Our services are in line with the government's vision for making Victoria a stronger, more caring and innovative state.

Our vision is to achieve the best health, wellbeing and safety of all Victorians so that they can live a life they value.

We are building an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of vulnerable Victorians.

The department is committed to the safety of its clients. The department takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse, including child abuse and abuse of people with disability.

Departmental employees are required to comply with all legal requirements including the Child Safe Standards to keep children safe from harm and abuse.

All jobs can be worked flexibly and we encourage job applications from Aboriginal people, people with disabilities, LGBTI and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you want a career within a department striving to make Victoria the best place to be and helping shape communities we all want to be part of, then we encourage you to apply.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicant, or if you have a disability, and require advice and support with the recruitment process, contact our Diversity Unit on [email protected].

The department has a zero-tolerance towards violence within the workplace and recognises the rights of all staff to be free from violence and gender-related discrimination.

Position Details

  • Number of vacancies available: 1
  • Office Location(s): Swan Hil

Position Summary:

  • Contemporary Child Protection Program
  • Outstanding Leadership Opportunity
  • Drive Sustainable Change – Outstanding Mildura location

The Child Protection Program assumes Statutory responsibility under the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005 to provide child protection services to vulnerable children and their families.

An outstanding opportunity currently exists for a highly motivated individual to join our vibrant Child Protection Mildura based Team in the capacity of Team Manager – CPP5 Classification on a fixed term basis.

The Child Protection Team Manager is responsible for effective service delivery, managing resources and budget, cases awaiting allocation and small teams of practitioners. Team Manager work collaboratively with the Senior Child Protection Practitioner to strengthen case practice, provide effective service delivery and to support other practitioners.

Pivotal to your success in this challenging yet fulfilling role, the ideal candidate will possess demonstrable skills in the following key areas:

  • Highly developed People Management skills with the ability to forge relationships at all levels of the organisation
  • Superior Stakeholder Management experience underpinned by a strong business acumen

 In return you will receive:

  • Relocation Assistance
  • Supervision by Leaders in the field
  • Exposure to innovative Social Work Practices
  • Ongoing Professional Development

For a confidential discussion please contact Nadia Roberston on Ph: 0458 883 876.

Make the decision to pursue a fulfilling professional career and help Victorian families.

How to Apply:

Applicants are encouraged to apply online, submitting a cover letter and a current resume.

Please note:

For this role, you are not required to address each of the key selection criteria in a separate written document. Applicants are strongly encouraged to review our Careers Page. This page provides information on the department's recruitment and pre-employment screening processes. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

Click 'Apply Now' below to submit your interest in this role.

For further information please visit the Department of Health and Human Services website: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/

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.

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