THE ROLE
The Senior Planner is responsible for oversight, administration and operational support for Better Futures and Home Stretch in the West Division. The position requires high level written and communication skills, solid relationship management capability and the ability to establish and maintain systems to monitor and manage service delivery and budget related matters. The position will be required to utilise systems including Individualised Funding Allocation Management System (IFAMS) , Client Relationship Information System (CRIS) and Service Agreement Management System (SAMS2).
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE * * Support internal and external stakeholders to deliver high quality and consistent support to young people transitioning from care. * Support Better Futures and Home Stretch service delivery via the development and implementation of processes and systems to ensure young people experience timely access to available supports. * Undertake data analysis to identify eligible young people and share data as appropriate to support timely referrals to Better Futures and, Home Stretch applications. 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: https://www.vic.gov.au/working-with-children-check For more information on what this means, and all other requirements, please see the Position Description.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)
Please apply to submit your interest in this position.

📌 Senior Better Futures Home Stretch Planner (Melbourne)
🏢 Victorian Government
📍 Melbourne