The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a
safe, respected and valued life.

Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+
equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are
disadvantaged and vulnerable.

We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across
metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be
worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse
backgrounds and abilities.

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THE ROLE

As a Senior Practice Adviser in the Integrated Service Practice team, you will support a range of innovative projects and duties that contribute to the implementation of the Complex Needs Project, comprising of several initiatives delivered across the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (the department) and the Department of Health.

The Complex Needs Project has been established to drive policy and service initiatives to improve the service response for people aged 16 years and older, with complex functional needs related to mental illness, psychological distress, cognitive impairment, neurodiversity, substance use or trauma who pose an unacceptable risk of harm to others and who are experiencing significant service gaps.

Working closely with the Principal Practice Leader, this role has a key role in influencing practice development by providing advice and collaborating with service providers and relevant professionals to build and support workforce capability and ensure continuing positive outcomes for people with complex needs.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Provide practice advice and professional expertise and inform practice improvement across the department's complex needs teams including the Multiple and Complex Needs Initiative, Support for High-Risk Tenancies, Forensic Disability, Serious Offender Coordination and Assertive Outreach and Support programs.
• Working with the Principal Practice Leader, ensure consistent and effective responses to people with complex needs by building and supporting workforce capability​.
• Provide secondary consultation, attend case conferences, and give direction to service provider when needed as required by the Principal Practice Leader.

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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.