Kinship Transition Worker

Job Description

Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Applications close Tuesday 25 February 2025 at 11.59PM Overview Work type: Full time Salary: $91,836 - $103,302 Grade: CYF3 Occupation: Community Services Location: Southern Metropolitan Reference: VG/DFFH/COPL/00522779CThe Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life.Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds and abilities.If you’re having any trouble viewing this ad and would like it or any attachments in an accessible format (such as large print), please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on the ad. THE ROLE This position is part of the Kinship Model in South Division and will support the Divisional Kinship Engagement Coordinator and Kinship Engagement Manager as they lead and drive the implementation and ongoing operation of the model of kinship care in Victoria. In this position, under the direction of the Kinship Engagement Coordinator you will provide guidance, support and information to internal and external stakeholders regarding Kinship Brokerage, assisting to embed the Kinship model in the division. You will support the administration of the flexible brokerage, assist in promoting placement quality and stability by being a key contact point for Child Protection Practitioners and Contracted Case Managers, and provide flexible kinship support. The position works closely with Child Protection, Care services, Kinship Engagement Teams, to support best outcomes for children in statutory Kinship care. ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE Provide advice and professional expertise to key internal and external stakeholders in areas of responsibility including critical tasks, policy advice, funding, and program development. Assist in administering the kinship placement support brokerage as directed by the Kinship Engagement Coordinator and/or Manager. Support the work of the Kinship Engagement Coordinator and/or Manager as they lead and drive the implementation and ongoing operation of the model. HOW TO APPLY All VPS employees (and ex-VPS employees with extended access to the Jobs and Skills Exchange website) MUST apply via the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) portal.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. Please apply to submit your interest in this position. Applications close Tuesday 25 February 2025 at 11.59PM #J-18808-Ljbffr