Leading Team Specialist in Child Welfare Services
4 days ago
About Kids First
We are a leading provider of educational, family and support services for children and families in Melbourne.
Our programs are evidence-based and built on more than 125 years of service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of multi-agency practitioners to deliver high-quality responses for women and children seeking support through the Orange Door.
- Support practitioners to deliver screening, triage, assessment, crisis responses, service planning, targeted interventions, allocation, and coordinated referrals consistent with best practices.
- Meet team performance and data reporting requirements.
- Foster excellent working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Drive formal supervision and yearly agency performance development reviews of staff.
Requirements:
- Tertiary qualifications in Social Work or similar field.
- No less than 3 years' experience working in child welfare and/or family violence sectors.
- Experience working with families and children presenting with complex needs and risk issues.
- Current Working with Children Check (WWCC).
- Leadership experience required.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to work within NEMA Orange Door; a multi-agency hub delivering safe and effective responses in partnership with Family Safety Victoria (FSV).
Salary Package:
Enjoy a SCHADS Level 7 salary plus superannuation and the option to salary package for increased take-home pay. Based on our estimates, you can expect a salary around $95,000 - $115,000 per annum depending on your level of experience.
Benefits:
- Flexible work options including two days of remote work and access to additional leave arrangements.
- Access to regular supervision and professional development opportunities.
- Three days ex-gratia leave each year and portable long service leave.
- A supportive work environment and culture of collaboration and outcomes focus.
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