Senior Social Worker - Strong Families Safe Kids - 977527 at Department of Education Tasmania

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Counselling, Mediation, Advocacy, Advisory Services, Team Leadership, Case Management, Child Safety, Family Violence Intervention, Stakeholder Collaboration, Student Wellbeing

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

[https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/1035/ProviderAsset/0f9bc984-d9af-4b5c-9154-f4aacd45a5eb.jpg] About the Role Lead a high-performing social work team delivering expert counselling, mediation, advocacy, and advisory services to schools, students, and families. Drive improved student wellbeing, engagement, access, and achievement for children and young people impacted by family violence. Oversee the Strong Families Safe Kids Support team, working collaboratively with Investigators, analysts, principals, Child and Family Centre leaders, professional support staff, and teachers to ensure coordinated, effective responses where there are concerns for a child or young person’s safety and wellbeing due to family violence. We are offering * ASAP for 12 months * Part-time - 60.8 hours per fortnight * We are 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 * Tertiary qualification/program of study accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and is a full member of AASW or is eligible for membership with the AASW. * Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a registration Status – Employment Desirable * A current driver’s licence. 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=UFUtVjMtRjurrbqjoyr5i7VZuMdMm2Gme0oG7W6isDuaRKKA9MvkHk76IPKblPzgcMqNqMMNvqyoZF0msD63LnW9kaR3obG-VAwn40cw_OFAvQg_ujZ34cXbnnA6P0Vh2LVZzhlRuy0juSX7KMrf7eoIuDNEjw%7e%7e] Statement Of Duties (DOCX) [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt7X1vkG_SDJtLKzfluIcfyNTQVFBGRlSMo2_ZkXssai3S-JqOE8rXA0rHdElCgvyQPqM3zW2NRFu_LUcObKhiavnPDuRCand7x6x_1gsVQaCaFLZJo0pkltQtvJy8inA436xc21kZ9yyJJz4PjE38eA%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: Matthew Jago Title: Manager Inter-Agency Student Support Phone: 0417 981 208 Email: matthew.jago@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

Lead a social work team providing expert counselling, mediation, and advocacy to students and families impacted by family violence. Coordinate with investigators, school principals, and support staff to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children.