THE ROLE The Child Protection Practice Leader (Sexual Exploitation) plays a critical role in the protection of children and young people from sexual exploitation and is responsible for providing expert practice advice and leadership; supporting and developing Child Protection Practitioners and other key partners in the integration of theory and practice while demonstrating expertise through case management interventions, systems development and relationship building, and bringing about the changes necessary to ensure the safety, stability and development of children and young people. A core requirement of this role includes a case carrying component, commensurate with other responsibilities. A key purpose of this role is to more effectively identify children at risk of sexual exploitation, work with Victoria Police to prevent it, and support young people to recover.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

- Risk assessment and analysis: provides support,



guidance and advice to the broader sector and community partners/stakeholders. Further develops and coach's others in their understanding of risk assessment and analysis.
- Case planning review and case management: directly supports and inputs into cases where there is unacceptable risk to the child.
- Critical inquiry: leads planning, review, and management of issues in line with best practice principles and legislative requirements.

Please open the position description to read more. This role requires a Working with Children Check. Further advice on obtaining this check can be found here: For more information on what this means, and all other requirements, please see the Position Description.

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📌 Practice Leader (Sexual Exploitation) (Melbourne)
🏢 Department Of Families, Fairness And Housing
📍 Melbourne