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
The Team Leader HAAT guides and manages a small team focused on planning and delivering ‘front line' housing services. HAAT play a critical role assisting individuals and support agencies with queries and applications to the Victorian Housing Register (VHR). As the Team Leader you are responsible for leading the team and ensuring the Department's obligations are met in for Loddon Area in managing the VHR. You will do this by ensuring high quality client services are delivered for those who are homeless, seeking housing assistance or living in public or community housing.
This role also involves meeting organisational goals, service standards, budget targets, stakeholder expectations, and client needs. Operating in a dynamic environment, the Team Leader must understand the context of delivering client support and housing services, make sound decisions, achieve outcomes, and build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
As one of 4 team leaders within the program, you will play a key role ensuring program priorities are met. The Team Leader also plays a lead role for the area in making recommendations on allocating vacant properties to those in need from the VHR.
The Team Leader will operate at a level consistent with the Victorian Public Service 5.1 Grade Descriptors and Value Range Standard Descriptors as set out in the Victorian Public Service Enterprise Agreement.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Lead a team of housing staff in HAAT that support applicants/renters on behalf of the department, including work allocation, human resource and performance and reporting management consistent with the organisational goals and values.
- Effectively supervise and provide leadership to a team(s) by:
- modelling behaviours integral to good people management and departmental values.
- supporting individuals to achieve their potential while maximising their contribution to achieve their goals and outcomes.
- where relevant, support specific improvement objectives in annual improvement plans relating to the area of responsibility.
- building and maintaining positive relationships with peers and stakeholders across the organisation.
- Manage, interpret and apply business plans and policies in own area of responsibility and provide advice to others on design and implementation issues.
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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 m ore 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.
