Child Protection Practice Leader (ACAC)
Core
Expertly translates best practice principles and legislative requirements to support Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) in expanding case contracting and Aboriginal Children in Aboriginal Care programs, facilitating the transfer of Aboriginal children to ACCOs.
Role type
Senior IC child protection practice leader (specialist in Aboriginal child care)
Builds
Case management pathways and decision-making capacity for Aboriginal children within ACCOs
Domain
Child protection, Aboriginal affairs, social work
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
culturally informed practice, risk assessment and analysis, case planning, stakeholder collaboration, legislative compliance, conciliatory negotiation
Preferred skills
experience in country regions, ability to work overnight and weekends, valid driver's licence
Technologies
none stated
Responsibilities
Provide expert advice to ACCOs on case contracting and care programs; Identify and prepare children for transfer to ACCOs; Support case planning for high-risk cases; Coach others in risk assessment; Lead meetings and forums with a client-safety focus.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC