THE ROLE This role involves being a part of the Placement Co-ordination Unit within the Placement and Support Planning Unit. You will be responsible for the facilitation of Out of Home Care planning and care options for children within the Child Protection program. Having a clear understanding of the placement requirements of children and young people, negotiation skills and ability to work with key internal and external stakeholders is essential to ensure service delivery for children in Out of Home Care. ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE Negotiate, manage and plan out of care referrals and responses for child protection clients in accordance with the Best Interest Principles. Liaise with Child Protection and Community Service Organisations to identify suitable placement options for children and young people requiring out of home care. This includes coordinating placement referrals, and facilitating placement planning and referral meetings. Negotiate and provide advice to internal and external stakeholders to ensure that the most appropriate placements and support are provided to children and young people in out of home care Please open the position description to read more. This role requires a Working with Children Check. Further advice on obtaining this check can be found here: https://www.vic.gov.au/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 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.
