Child Safety Officer - Intensive Family Engagement Service - 526923 at Department of Education Tasmania

, Trentino – Alto Adige/Südtirol, Italy -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case Management, Risk Assessment, Child Protection, Family Preservation, Crisis Intervention, Statutory Reporting, Stakeholder Collaboration, Emotional Maturity, Resilience, Confidentiality, Integrity, Self-Management

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Applications for this EoI are restricted to existing fixed-term and permanent employees within the Tasmanian State Service in accordance with Managing Positions in the State Service 2016 and Employment in the State Service - Employment Direction No. 1. The Team The Intensive Family Engagement Service (IFES) supports families that are assessed as experiencing complex issues impacting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. The delivery of support aims to build capacity in the family to provide a safe and stable home environment for the children and young people. The IFES team is a dynamic, child focused service dedicated to family preservation and strengthening parental capacity. We work collaboratively with families, community partners, and other support services to ensure children can remain safe, supported, and connected to their families wherever possible. Our team is committed to being a highly supportive, reflective, and solution focused. If you’re passionate about meaningful change and working with families to engage in supports that achieve safety, the IFES team is a rewarding and impactful place to be. About the Role The Children, Young Persons and their Families Act 1997 provides the legal mandate for the department to take action to protect children and young people from abuse and neglect and promote their safety stability and development. Child Safety Workers have a specific statutory role in protecting children and young people from harm and promoting their rights and healthy development. In Tasmania, Child Support Officers work within a legislative framework, the Child Protection Practice Framework, and the Child Protection Professional Practice Standards. Child Safety Officers are responsible for receiving, investigating, and assessing notifications of children at risk of harm from abuse or neglect. They work with families and other professionals to resolve problems and keep children safe. In circumstances of severe risk, Child Safety Officers may be involved in legal interventions in the Magistrates Court. Child Safety Officers have sound self-management skills, self-awareness, and emotional maturity, with the ability to understand the personal impacts of child protection work and strategies for managing stress and building resilience. It is important that Child Safety Officers have the ability to conduct work with integrity and honesty, adhere to confidentiality requirements, and demonstrate a commitment to working with children, young people, and their families. We are offering * ASAP start up to 12 months * Full-time, 76 hours per fortnight 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=UFUtVjMtF6StaSe9Ttz9fSRuqw8wKns1c8GZPR7zY0dhJ7ZrDPdScqEM1bNMTQAGObDyxqrtSkBhIvDD0SPLzk1uZaqkpxDlQCr7HncUN6ArM3uIJcSU3OsXV1naEVDwmkcIe8tXM4VdxmSIgMdelrMV4AyjMg%7e%7e] Statement Of Duties (DOCX) [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtZve8hqJ1wQHIsW24-WSaCa9ZyVBq5h_W8lcdpDNPiA86_0fmBCw03vOVinlxJ37fm5goV8AP1r0wfgXC--zecGCXwXDcd11-CNcKyASTJ-U3JOB5u7lmDQCVP4ZprEK6zWd-IZCo4_3Af0Y6V0g6ug%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: Sami Niejalke Title: State Coordinator - Intensive Family Engagement Service Phone: 0436 818 553 Email: sami.niejalke@decyp.tas.gov.au

Responsibilities

Responsible for receiving, investigating, and assessing notifications of children at risk of harm from abuse or neglect. Works collaboratively with families and professionals to build capacity and ensure children remain safe and supported.