Position details at USPI

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Personal Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Interpersonal Skills, Conflict Management, Assessment, Casework Interventions, Teamwork, Self-reflect

Industry

Description

[https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/1035/ProviderAsset/efb93bc4-1c31-4e5e-9198-00b5ccf88b9a.JPG] About the Team Children and Families provide integrated programs that support all children, young people, and their families in Tasmania. The Child Safety Service (CSS [https://www.decyp.tas.gov.au/safe-children/]) is integral to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people who are at risk or in crisis, in Tasmania. We protect children and young people by working with young people, their families, community, and non-government support agencies, to strengthen the capacity of families and individuals to provide adequate support, care, and safety to children. The Advice and Referral Line (ARL) is a contact point for people seeking information, advice and assistance if they have concerns about a child and their family. The service provides information and advice about service options and other approaches for responding to the needs of children and families. The Department for Education, Children and Young People (DECYP) will from time to time require the services of employees for specified fixed-term and relief basis in a number of skill areas and disciplines. Such appointments fill a valuable role in complementing the existing permanent workforce. A fixed-term and casual employment register is not a vacancy and inclusion on a register does not guarantee any offer of employment will be made. About You In addition to meeting the essential requirements, to succeed in one of these roles, you should possess the following skills and attributes: * Genuine motivation and passion to work as part of a team * High level of personal resilience, emotional intelligence, and the ability to self-reflect * Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to change your communication style, de-escalate and manage conflicts * Experience and knowledge in assessment and casework interventions * Completed study from a relevant field of study Align to our workplace values; connection, courage, growth and respect Role Statement of Duties (SoD) (Word) Statement of Duties (SoD) (PDF) Child Safety Officer SoD (Word) [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtub88gaJUApeHmiLGrqn9B8NCKPUoJFD62Wy5T1b0xxRmhxFcg7GCYXp5sFKhqV0hBcfreJtbARjphdRzgAgSjSYO6vKYuI_nr76AN6VZP6o4pMwScwFWPv_3m4z_Y4FBYDGev_cGY-1NdvlM7En0RQ%7e%7e] SoD (PDF) [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtbWP5ShpQvnh4kPwAMje5MtdjiCRY5Rx8OXNgQRfy54EDnzMobYnOpyZdeljgmngT2Mzef7Oeb3xiEuhOD-jGXGx0uYR7NhNJcephUoAKXhowYgSHozMJPAIEDengwODJfX9hzidkMtA9RB9TO7Lh5g%7e%7e] Child Safety and Wellbeing Worker SoD (DOCX) [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtVa0eb7EA6S37MLFSsL58On0zpFvrPQXwOqMfcsfWK6gspZXxEOLuISLC2LV9wzJf9Py5MfRDRUPIB20l8iTn4tBEdcECf4kk-SidYGspmrFr_iH_mDMP5zEPh9WP2Sv5Xk9EbbTQs301aKkiSGDrww%7e%7e] SoD (PDF) [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt1UvcKM7xTkQt3YzjE5w9PdCrBBhlBiP-KAQ7kY3o_L7izzjzNQ-chCOIbwIDbJJZZzSxTUIiP6ieaT2n8fDD8zDxkrZwYx5-8N4Q7tbdk4yOqwihCLsi0TD66aStyl9nkJ9VVNMaHNoqox1mBpEEQw%7e%7e] Essential requirements * 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 (Child Safety Officer only). * 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. NOTE: The cost associated with obtaining a RWVP is the responsibility of the individual. For essential and desirable requirements and classifications related to specific roles, please refer to relevant statement of duties. Please refer to the salary scales [https://publicdocumentcentre.education.tas.gov.au/library/Shared%20Documents/Salary-Scales.pdf]for specific classifications. How to apply Applicants wishing to be registered for employment need to register online via the Apply Now button. For further guidance on how to apply, please refer to our Information for Applicants [https://tasedu.sharepoint.com/sites/intranet/Shared%20Documents/Information-for-Applicants.pdf]and Applicant Guide for Employment Registers [https://view.officeapps.live.com/op/view.aspx?src=https%3A%2F%2Fpublicdocumentcentre.education.tas.gov.au%2Flibrary%2FShared%2520Documents%2FApplicant%2520Guide%2520-%2520PageUp.docx&wdOrigin=BROWSELINK]. Before commencing employment with DECYP, please ensure you familiarise yourself with our standards of conduct and clearly defined behavioural expectations [https://publicdocumentcentre.education.tas.gov.au/library/Document%20Centre/Conduct-and-Behaviour-Policy.pdf] that apply while working in a role, and in situations where there is a connection to the role. About DECYP We’re proudly Tasmania’s core child centred government agency employing over 12,000 people across the state. Ensuring bright lives and positive futures for children and young people is at the heart of everything that we do. From education, libraries and the early years, to child safety, youth justice and out of home care, we support Tasmanians from birth to adulthood. We lay the foundations for lifelong learning, supporting children, young people and their families at every stage to be known, safe, well and learning. We offer a range of career openings across our beautiful state. Whatever your professional goals or interests, we have opportunities available. We offer a variety of career and development pathways, alongside enriching learning experiences and supportive team environments. Working with us will give you the opportunity to grow, explore and develop while making a real difference in the lives of children and young people. Please follow the below links to learn more about the Department and what we have to offer: [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 Department for Education, Children and Young People (DECYP) Website [https://www.decyp.tas.gov.au/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/tasgovdecyp/] Selection from the Register Where a vacancy occurs, the Department's Child Safety Fixed Term Employment Register will be examined to identify those persons who possess the necessary knowledge, skills, currency and qualifications to undertake the duties of the vacancy and who will be available to work. Where vacancies are identified and an applicant(s) are regarded as being suitable to undertake the particular appointment, a merit-based selection process will be undertaken. The selection process may involve formal interviews. Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this fixed term register, please contact: Recruitment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au. [recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au.] [https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/1035/ProviderAsset/a7154aaa-8587-49bd-9a64-be3d52f3c29e.png]

Responsibilities

This role is integral to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people who are at risk or in crisis by working with families, community, and non-government support agencies. The position involves strengthening the capacity of families to provide adequate support, care, and safety to children, or providing information and advice via the Advice and Referral Line.