Targeted Vacancy

It is a genuine occupational requirement that this position be filled by an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. One of the referees should be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person who can attest to the applicant's background, knowledge, skills, and experience as they relate to the cultural capabilities.

The possession of a driver's licence is a mandatory requirement for this role, as it will involve travel between Child Safety Service Centres. Accepted driver's licences fall into the following categories:

• “O” (open) or “P2” (provisional green P plate); and
• “C” or “CA” class driver's licence.

• Manage and coordinate the family group meeting process including referrals, identifying and coordinating participants, and facilitating meetings.
• Ensure the family group meeting process is facilitated in accordance with legislative principles and requirements.
• Prepare people to participate in family group meetings, including ensuring that all participants have a clear understanding of the purpose of the family group meeting.
• Obtain the views of persons who are unable to attend the family group meeting.
• Manage conflict that may occur within the family group meeting process.
• Liaise with relevant internal staff and with the Recognised Entity and interpreters where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate records of case plans and other relevant information in accordance with departmental guidelines.
• Enhance the local regional community by actively practicing and promoting excellence in service delivery and public administration and identifying opportunities for improving regional client service.

To be successful in this role you will be required to demonstrate capability in the following areas:

Vision:

• Makes insightful decisions Makes considered, ethical and courageous decisions based on insight into the broader context
• Stimulates ideas and innovation Gathers insights and embraces new ideas and innovation to inform future practice

Results:

• Builds enduring relationships Builds and sustains relationships to enable the collaborative delivery of customer-focused outcomes
• Drives accountability and outcomes Demonstrates accountability for the execution and quality of results through professionalism, persistence and transparency

Accountability:

• Fosters healthy and inclusive workplaces Fosters an inclusive workplace where health, safety and wellbeing is promoted and prioritised
• Demonstrates sound governance Maintains a high standard of practice through governance and risk management

Role specific/technical skills:

• You are able to recognise and articulate the interests of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and have the capacity to consult and negotiate according to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander protocols in the community you work in. You know about and understand the historical and contemporary issues that impact on both cultures.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/634630/25

Closing Date: Friday, 16th May 2025