Children Youth and Families Division within the Community Services Directorate (CSD) is seeking applications from suitable candidates for the position of Assistant Director, Referrals. The Assistant Director, Referrals will build and lead a team that provides referral coordination and support to ensure children, young people and families are provided the right support, at the right time, to achieve change that lasts. The service is currently in its infancy, and this is an opportunity for the right-minded person to be innovative and lead an evolving service. It requires strong leadership skills, adaptability and the capacity to build and maintain professional relationships across the whole service system. The role will work collaboratively and flexibly within the Placement and Referrals Service and at times duties will encompass the needs of the whole unit. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply. Eligibility/Other Requirements: Relevant tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Social Welfare, Social Science or a related discipline, is desirable but not essential. At least 3 years practice experience working with children, young people and their carers or families is essential. Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police Check. Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra (act.gov.au) Driver’s license Class C is essential. As the successful candidate will work with or is likely to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and young people, cultural awareness, and capacity to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is highly desirable for this position. Notes: A merit pool may be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. How to Apply: Applicants should submit a statement of no more than two pages demonstrating how their experience, skills and knowledge will enable them to undertake the role in relation to the What You Require capabilities listed on the Position Description. Please also submit a current curriculum vitae and the contact details of two referees with a thorough knowledge of your work performance. Please ensure that one of the referees is your current or immediate past supervisor. Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. LI-DNI