THE ROLE
The Director, Child Protection leads the Child Protection program across the Inner Gippsland Area. Working within the statutory framework, Child Protection provides child‑centred, family‑focused services to protect children and young people from significant harm caused by abuse or neglect within the family and aims to make sure that children and young people receive services to deal with the effect of abuse and neglect on their wellbeing and development.
Accountabilities Include
* Lead the delivery of Child Protection operations, strategic planning and performance reporting function for the Area ensuring an evidence base is available to support effective service responses that improve outcomes for vulnerable children, young people and their families.
* Ensure that program targets, performance objectives and statutory responsibilities are met.
* Analyse, compile and report on data performance and trends within Child Protection.
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.
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