Deputy Area Operations Manager, Child Protection
3 days ago
Contemporary Child Protection Program
- Collaborative workplace with supportive teams
- Provide authoritative advice across a range of issues
An exciting opportunity exists for a Deputy Area Operations Manager, Child Protection on a ongoing basis, to join the team in North East Melboure Area
North Division offer a supportive team approach, regular supervision, a suite of expert training, access to Employee Assistance Program and a focus on employee health and wellbeing.
This position also offers a competitive annual salary ranging between $127,467 - $149,024 plus super, in line with level CPP6.1 of our VPS Enterprise Agreement, generous leave entitlements, professional development, and supportive of work life balance
The Deputy Area Operations Manager is responsible for operational management across the local area including financial, budget, HR and performance management of staff, high profile case reviews and completion of ministerial briefings. The position leads practice to develop plans to bring about the changes necessary to ensure the safety, stability and development of children and young people and to promote the achievement of case plan objectives within specified timeframes.
The position will work collaboratively with key internal and external stakeholders and directly supervises the Child Protection Team Managers and Practice Leaders in the local area
Please refer to the position description attached for mandatory qualifications and key selection criteria and requirements for this opportunity.
VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS POLICY
The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment that is safe and without risk to the health of its workers and clients. The department may require its employees to be fully vaccinated against preventable diseases such as the current coronavirus (COVID-19). The department's COVID-19 Vaccination requirements policy (Word) outlines the requirements for existing employees, other workplace participants and prospective employees. Subject to exceptions, only employees or other workplace participants with up-to-date vaccination status (see definitions section of the policy) against COVID-19 and who provide evidence of their Vaccination Status are permitted to work for the department outside their ordinary place of residence. For this role, you are required to submit proof of vaccination prior to commencement. Please refer to the above link for more information.
HOW TO APPLY
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.
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