Child Safety Officer (FLC) - Interstate & Court Liaison Services - 980551 at Department of Education Tasmania

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case management, Casework practice, Safety assessment, Child protection, Inter-jurisdictional working, Report writing, Family law court liaison, Decision making support, Child safety, Human services, Mental health, Drug and alcohol support, Community health, Youth health, Stakeholder engagement

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

[https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/1035/ProviderAsset/59d44208-38f8-4452-b3f4-634bb261d769.jpg] About the Role The Co-Location Pilot is intended to improve the timeliness and quality of the information shared between the family law courts (FLC) and state and territory agencies and to facilitate more collaborative inter- jurisdictional working arrangements. The placement of child protection and policing staff in the family court is intended to ensure the decision makers in the court have access to relevant information to support decision making to improve child and family safety. We have a considerable number of families entering this system and they require a level of safety assessment which Child Safety Officers (CSOs) carry out. As a CSO you will assist families exit formal engagement with Child safety and FLC systems in a safe and planned way. The role will be supervised by a Practice Leader and be part of a state-wide team working on specialist FLC reports and safety assessments to inform decision making in the court. Location of this role is Launceston, Burnie or Devonport. We are offering * Ongoing with an ASAP start date * Full-time, 76 hours per fortnight * Opportunity to be part of a child-safe organisation * Pathways to grow your career [https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/1035/ProviderAsset/scribble/38e37045-4979-4129-a15c-3e5d80fe6b2a.png] Fitness Passport provides DECYP employees with discounted access to 50+ facilities across the state, helping you and your family meet your fitness goals! [https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/1035/ProviderAsset/scribble/d7ef91bb-4bc7-435c-a43f-b6c15699ca45.png] Wellbeing Connect is DECYP’s pathway to free confidential counselling services. Wellbeing Connect isn’t just for when things get tough. It’s designed to support your wellbeing every day – helping you to stay on track, build healthy habits, and access expert advice across a range of areas important for your overall wellbeing Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1. We are looking for Essential * Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a registration Status – Employment * A tertiary qualification approved by the relevant National Board, for example a Bachelor of Social Work, and eligibility for membership with the relevant National Board or professional association; or * An alternative tertiary qualification (AQF Level 7 Qualification) in a discipline considered relevant to the duties, for example Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Psychology, Bachelor of Youth Work, Bachelor of Psychological Science; or * An Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (AQF Level 5 or 6 Qualification) in a discipline considered relevant to the duties, for example a Diploma in Community Services. * Driver’s Licence * The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted: 1 Conviction checks in the following areas: a) crimes of violence b) sex related offences c) serious drug offences d) crimes involving dishonesty e) serious traffic offences 2 Identification check 3 Disciplinary actions in previous employment check Desirable * Relevant experience in case management/casework practice within a child safety or similar context or experience within the broader human/family services sector in particular child/maternal health, mental health, drug and alcohol, community health or youth health. Please note: The cost associated with obtaining a RWVP is the responsibility of the individual. Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online Statement Of Duties (PDF) [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMth6juFGtLhGGlVic4qUp-vJITtfnaQxAOXWRTgvyflocRgsy9lJpV7095WDv16IcDkYFETog7AWGc88dtyv2P4TzSEvyHpNJDX2-VwOlaip8f5SVFTnubM4yWDAdBwbX0k8DlAPmdkLdzHam3A37bKg%7e%7e] Statement Of Duties (DOCX) [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt6yaHVHypri4AXoEtbLZi1k-mSB8DhV_pS4NhqfTfqL7Ww4OLwlLckTXkZRDbXAuExCktUG3FqSxmnK7pKxFfakx2GGJb7vvT6CqnQhrxUPCUVkZ198T6ZjiTwsBihpv9dhCkA4rYdd32tUTiftg7iQ%7e%7e] How to apply Applications should include: * a 1–2 page written response demonstrating your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and * a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history. * a valid email address for the purposes of email communication. * The contact details of two referees (one must be your current or previous manager) who can confirm your work performance and ability to perform the duties. Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria. Applications should be submitted online by 11.55pm AEDT on the advertised closing date. More information For further guidance please refer to our Information for Applicants (PDF) [https://documentcentre.education.tas.gov.au/_layouts/15/DocIdRedir.aspx?ID=TASED-1060461114-145]. Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au. Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person. Name: Tim Fowler Title: Child Safety/ Family Law Court Liaison Officer Phone: 0409 689 660 Email: tim.fowler@decyp.tas.gov.au About DECYP Our goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning. The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it. Our values of Connection, Courage, Growth, Respect, Responsibility represent the foundation of our department’s culture and guide us in all that we do to ensure bright lives positive futures for every child and young person in Tasmania. We bring our values to life through our everyday behaviours and actions. We want to attract, recruit and retain people who uphold these values and are committed to building a strong values based culture. [https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/1035/ProviderAsset/fd2da903-cd54-488a-b634-a5d2a2a6154e.png]

Responsibilities

The Child Safety Officer will conduct safety assessments and prepare specialist reports to support decision-making within the family law courts. The role involves assisting families in exiting formal engagement with child safety and court systems in a safe and planned manner.