Chief Practitioner - Department for Child Protection, South Australia
Position OverviewThe Chief Practitioner is accountable to the Deputy Chief Executive for providing significant expert practice advice, leadership, and oversight to Child Protection staff with the ultimate aim of achieving safety, stability, and optimal development for children.The Chief Practitioner will lead a team of specialists across multiple disciplines to continuously improve evidence-based practice and provide expert clinical advice and system-wide reform. Working closely with a range of internal and external stakeholders, the Chief Practitioner will collaborate to deliver contemporary and ethical practice and provide insights and evidence to operational and program areas to drive system reform and practice changes.Key ResponsibilitiesDrive evidence-based practice and provide expert clinical advice for individual clients and at a system-level.Enable an integrated approach to developing and leading practice and strengthening workforce capability and wellbeing.Demonstrate a commitment to cultural competence and ensure First Nations self-determination is at the core of practice.Lead a team to partner across community services (including funded agencies).Qualifications and ExperienceTo be successful in this role, you will possess specialist practice knowledge of an area relevant to Child Protection, disability service, health, and/or clients with complex needs. A professional qualification in social work, psychology, psychiatry, or a clinical field is essential. Previous experience leading change initiatives, building collaborative partnerships, and risk management will be key to the success of this role.About the OrganisationThe Department for Child Protection (DCP) South Australia works in partnership with families, government and non-government organisations, carers, and the community to care for and protect vulnerable children and young people by addressing harm and keeping them safe.For more information on the organisation visit:
Department for Child ProtectionApplication ProcessTo apply, click 'Quick apply', using reference
DCPcpr1024 , addressing your cover letter and resume to Kate Wheeler, of Future Leadership, or call 1300 347 437 for further information.A candidate information pack is available to download by visiting:
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