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OverviewManager Care & Placement Services role at Uniting Vic.Tas.ResponsibilitiesLead a committed workforce to deliver a range of services to vulnerable children, young people and families who present with complex needs.Oversee operational and strategic leadership, management and development of care and placement services across the Gippsland region, including Home Based Care, Therapeutic Services (Circle Program), Kinship Care and Targeted Care Packages, and two retainer homes offering emergency home based care placements.Role detailsLocation: Sale, VIC, 3850Employment type: Permanent Full TimeIndustry/Program areas: Child, Youth & FamiliesBenefitsSalary packaging and competitive sector remuneration (SCHADS level 8) + superAccess salary packaging to increase take-home payDiscounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Training and development opportunitiesYour skills and experienceBachelor level degree or above in Social Welfare, Social Work, Psychology or related discipline plus 3 years post qualifying experience and a current drivers license.Demonstrated experience in a leadership roleStrong understanding of Child, Youth and Families Act 2015 and the Best Interest Principles FrameworkAbility to manage programs/services, staff and budgetsDemonstrated proactive approach to problem solving, innovative thinking and decision makingDemonstrated ability to support change and improve agency and team cultureHow to applyClick APPLY to submit your interest. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and the ad may close early.ContactFor questions, contact Linde Coggan, Senior Manager Care and Placement, on 0437 654 815.About UnitingUniting is a child safe organisation with a workforce delivering services across Victoria and Tasmania. Employment is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and Working with Children Check where required.EEO and disclosureThrough the recruitment process, we may ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional, but it can help us support you better. We welcome applicants who identify as Aboriginal, a person with disability, from a diverse background or LGBTQIA+. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. #J-18808-Ljbffr