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Job description Open Arms Veterans & Families Counselling (formerly VVCS) is Australias leading provider ofhigh qualitymental health assessment and clinical counselling services for Australian veterans and their families. Open Arms are focused on meeting client needs through a combination of proven clinical practices and new and emerging evidence-based approaches. The Assistant Director supports the Director in implementing the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) business and strategic plan in the region, including identification and application of quality improvement activities and regional application of Open Arms procedures, DVA policy, and evaluation of regional service delivery. Assistant Directors streamline strategic initiatives, oversee program management, and communicate objectives to service streams. They utilise strong interpersonal skills to collaborate between regions and across the Division of Open Arms. Duties Please refer to attached Candidate Information Pack for a list of duties related to this role. Eligibility Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the Australian Public Service (APS). All applicants external to DVA offered employment will be required to successfully undergo a pre-engagement screening check, even if they have a security clearance. The screening check is conducted in accordance with the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework requirements. The successful candidate will be required obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance. Mandatory Requirements Currently hold or ability to obtain a Working with Vulnerable People registration OR Currently hold or ability to obtain a Working with Children check. In addition to the above, one of the following: Qualifications as a registered Psychologist / Occupational Therapist / Registered Nurse with full AHPRA registration, OR Social Worker with membership of the Australian Association Social Workers (AASW) on commencement, OR A Masters-level counselling qualification and registration with PACFA as a Registered Clinical Counsellor or with ACA at Level 3 or Level 4. Notes This recruitment process is being used to fill ongoing and/or non-ongoing position/s. For more information about the role, please see the Candidate Information Pack. A merit pool of suitable applicants may be created which may be used to fill future ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies should they become available over the next 18 months. Successful applicants engaged into the APS will be subject to a probation period. We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences and perspectives. DVA is committed to building a workforce that reflects the community we serve and encourages applications from: Veterans and former Australian Defence Force members, whose skills and experience are highly valued across the APS Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples People with disability People who identify as LGBTQIA+ People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds We are a Veteran Employer of Choice! This means you benefit from a workplace actively supporting veterans and veteran families one that understands and values military experience. Youre joining an organisation publicly recognised for its commitment to fostering veteran-friendly employment pathways and long-term career success. RecruitAbilityapplies to this vacancy. Under theRecruitAbilityscheme, you will be invited to participate in further assessment activities for the vacancy if you choose to opt-in to the scheme, declare you have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the vacancy. All requests for reasonable adjustments will be considered and managed in consultation with you. Further information can be found atwww.apsc.gov.au/recruitability. This vacancy has been identified to participate inVetPaths. Support may be available to veterans transitioning to meaningful APS careers through participation inVetPaths, which offers veterans an opportunity to participate in asix monthprogram offering formal learning and development, career mentoring and activities for wellness and peer supports. For more visit:VetPaths A support pathway for veterans new to the Australian Public Service (APS) | Department of Veterans'' Affairs. This initiative/program is only applicable where the successful applicant will be employed under the Public Service Act 1999. Similar conditions may apply when employed under other Acts. Forclarificationplease contact the advertising agency. Contact Officer Details: For anyjob relatedinformation required after reading the selection documentation, please contact Candice Bool on 0419 781 418 or using the subject line: Assistant Director - Clinical enquiry via EthicalJobs.