THE ROLE
The Team Leader is responsible for managing the Child Protection Administration Support Team. This includes leading, developing and coaching the team, maintaining administrative procedures, workloads and providing support on a range of services required for the ongoing operations of the Child Protection Program.
Working within a 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
- Manage the allocation of resources within and the outputs required of the work area.
- Effectively supervise and provide leadership to a team of employees by:
- modelling behaviours integral to good people management and departmental values
- supporting individuals to achieve their potential while maximising their contribution to achieve their goals and outcomes
- where relevant, support specific improvement objectives in annual improvement plans relating to the area of responsibility
- building and maintaining positive relationships with peers and stakeholders across the organisation.
- Manage, interpret and apply business plans and policies in own area of responsibility and provide advice to others on design and implementation issues.
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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.
