Closes: 04 November 2026

Classification: Child and Youth Protection Qualified Level 4
Salary: $136,517 - $146,026 plus superannuation
Position No: 33994, Several
Directorate: Health and Community Services
Advertised (Gazettal date): 21 October 2026
Contact Officer: Belinda Hughes on [email protected] or (02) 6207 2036

Details: Are you passionate about developing people and strengthening practice? We are seeking a Practice Leader, Capability Development to lead workforce capability initiatives across Children, Youth and Families (CYF).

In this influential role, you will identify best practice and opportunities to improve policy, procedures and service delivery. You will lead staff induction and training programs, facilitate capability development initiatives, and provide coaching, mentoring and practice support to strengthen the quality and consistency of practice across CYF.

Working across strategic and operational environments, you will partner with leaders and frontline staff to build capability, drive continuous improvement, and promote trauma-informed, child-focused practice. You will also collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to improve outcomes for children, young people and families.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is passionate about developing others, influencing practice excellence, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of children, young people and families.

Health and Community Services Directorate (HCSD) is an inclusive employer where all people are respected and valued for their contribution. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, People with Disability,



people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ) people.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Social Welfare, Social Science or related discipline. Please note: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who do not have these qualifications, but who have appropriate and relevant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural heritage and experience are eligible to apply.
- At least five (5) years of practical experience working with children, youth and/or families in a social work/case management role, and/or experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities.
- Driver’s license (C class) is essential.
- This position does require a Working with Vulnerable People Check.
Prior to commencing in this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 will be required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra
- Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
- As this role is likely to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and young people, cultural awareness,



and capacity to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is highly desirable.

Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately for up to 12 months with the possibility of permanency.

A merit pool may be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

How to Apply: Applicants should submit a statement of no more than two pages demonstrating how their experience, skills and knowledge will enable them to undertake the role in relation to the ‘What You Require’ capabilities listed on the Position Description.

Please also submit a current curriculum vitae and the contact details of two referees with a thorough knowledge of your work performance. Please ensure that one of the referees is your current or immediate past supervisor.

Applications should be submitted .

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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This is a temporary position available immediately for up to 12 months with the possibility of permanency.

📌 Children, Youth and Families Practice Leader | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency (Canberra)
🏢 HEALTH AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
📍 Canberra