Practice Leader

2 days ago


Shepparton, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

**THE ROLE**

The Family Drug Treatment Court program seeks to assist parents to address their drug and alcohol abuse to enable reunification with their children. The program provides intensive case management and therapeutic intervention for parents and is chaired by a Children's Court Magistrate.

The Marram-Ngala Ganbu (MNG) is a Koori Family Hearing Day working to improve outcomes for Koori families in Child Protection. MNG seeks to provide a more effective, culturally appropriate, and just response for families through a court process that enables greater participation by family members and culturally informed decisions.

This role requires close work with Child Protection practitioners, legal practitioners, court staff and Magistrates. The Practice Leader assists the Child Protection workforce to prepare matters for court hearings and is a key voice of the department in court when matters are being heard.

The Child Protection Practice Leader is responsible for providing expert case advice and leadership, supporting and developing child protection practitioners in the integration of theory and practice while demonstrating expertise through case management. The Practice Leader supports 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 Practice Leader also undertakes case practice quality audits and provides regular practice forums and reflective practice sessions.

You will possess an understanding of Aboriginal culture and demonstrate an understanding of the legislative, policy and practice requirements relating to Aboriginal children, families, and communities, including the Aboriginal Child Placement Principle and the programs and initiatives that support its implementation in child protection practice.

The transportation of children is a requirement of this role, as such a valid driver's licence and willingness to travel, including in country regions is essential. There may be the requirement to work overnight and, travel in evenings and early mornings. On occasions, additional hours may be required to ensure the wellbeing of children.

**ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE**

**Risk assessment and analysis**: provides support, guidance and advice to the broader sector and community partners/stakeholders. Further develops and coach's others in their understanding of risk assessment and analysis.

**Case planning review and case management**: directly supports and inputs into cases where there is unacceptable risk to the child.

**Critical inquiry**: leads planning, review, and management of issues in line with best practice principles and legislative requirements.

**Please open the position description to read more.**

**This role requires a Working with Children Check.**
For more information on what this means, and all other requirements, please see the Position Description.

**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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