Child Protection Practitioners

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Health Careers & Opportunities in the Northern Territory

If you want your career to go places then join Health and Families in the Northern Territory. The challenges and opportunities in health and community care in the Territory are like no other in Australia, from remote Aboriginal health to tropical health and Australia’s National Critical Care and Trauma Response Centre. Continued investments in Aboriginal health, remote health, acute care, child protection and community services offer many opportunities for health professionals who want to be part of making a difference.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE TO THE LIVES OF YOUNG PEOPLE

NT Families and Children (NTFC) are seeking suitably qualified staff who are committed to the principles of exemplary practice in protecting children, strengthening families and empowering communities. Contribute to a dynamic child protection system at a time when significant investments are being made to improve services to children and families in remote communities.

The roles provide a unique opportunity to expand your horizons, be challenged and develop skills in a cross cultural context.

We want to hear from you if you:

• Have a commitment to working in a cross cultural context

• Have a commitment to ongoing reflective practice and professional development

• Enjoy working in a multi disciplinary environment

About NT Families and Children

NTFC is engaged in the care and protection of children and young people. Its aims are the prevention of harm to children and young people, the promotion of the safety and well being of children, young people and adults, family strengthening and the development of safe, strong communities in the Northern Territory. Alternative Care promotes the well being of children, young people in the care of the Chief Executive.

NTFC embraces learning from Aboriginal people and communities and is committed to socially just, inclusive, strengths based practices.

All its actions are based on respect for people, their rights and potential. It works in collaborative ways with individuals, families and organisations to provide timely and responsive services that are characterised by principles of respect, empowerment and inclusion.

CARE AND PROTECTION SERVICES

Child Protection Practitioners

Community Welfare Workers - Professional 1 ($51,680 - $63,754)/Advanced Practitioners – Professional 2 ($66,100 - $80,137) salary range

(Employment package in the vicinity of $63,000) P1

(Employment package in the vicinity of $83,000) P2

This includes superannuation, 6 weeks recreation leave and annual leave bonus

Out of Home Care

3 Permanent vacancies are available, one in Katherine and two in Alice Springs

We are seeking Child Protection Practitioners with a degree level qualification in Social Work, Psychology or Community Welfare Studies who are dedicated to providing excellent child protection practice. Selection will be made at the P1 or P2 level depending on the experience of the successful applicant.

Quote vacancy number: 29948

Closing Date: 23 July 2010

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Applicants should address the selection criteria and provide a current CV and contact details for 2 referees (preferably an email address). A full job description can be obtained by visiting www.nt.gov.au/jobs Further information about these positions can be obtained by FREECALL 1300 659 247 or email recruitment@nt.gov.au

Information on the Northern Territory and its great lifestyle is available at www.theterritory.com.au

Note: The preferred or recommended applicant may be required to undergo a criminal history check. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history.

Department of Health and Families is a Smoke Free Workplace

NORTHERN TERRITORY GOVERNMENT

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