Chief Practitioner (Brisbane City)

Overview Tasmanian Government – DECYP is seeking an experienced and values-driven Chief Practitioner to lead and set the standards for evidence-informed contemporary practice for professionals working within the Child Safety and Youth Justice Operations Portfolio (CSYJO). The role is crucial in providing authoritative advice and recommendations relating to child safety and youth justice professional practice policy, programs and initiatives to the Senior Executive and Portfolio Leadership Group. Your experience in analysing data, trends and research will ensure continuous improvement activities are targeted and effective. This is a Department built entirely for children and young people, their families and their communities. Our ultimate goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning. Children are at the heart of everything we do and the way we do it. Office — Office of The Chief Practitioner – Professional Practice Period of Appointment — ASAP for 5 years Key Responsibilities
- Develop and lead evidence-informed strategies, practice frameworks and standards that lift the quality of outcomes and experiences for children and families.
- Lead workforce learning and development for allied health and professional frontline staff, establishing core knowledge and skills for professional staff and carers.
- Establish, monitor and evaluate practice quality to ensure the delivery of consistent and high-quality professional practice, with a robust focus on lifting equitable outcomes for Aboriginal children and families.
- Work closely with partners and stakeholders across the Child Safety and Youth Justice sector, providing professional representation and leadership at critical forums, including inquests and reviews. Qualifications and Requirements
- Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment).
- Pre-employment clearances as determined by the Head of the State Service (including conviction checks in specified areas and disciplinary actions in previous employment).
- Must satisfy at least one of the following qualifications:
- A relevant bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Criminology, Occupational Therapy, Counseling, or related fields.
- A related bachelor’s degree (e.g., Education, Law, Nursing) with at least six relevant academic units in mental health, community health, or criminology, plus a supplementary qualification (e.g., Youth Work or Family Intervention).
- Minimum of 12 months full-time, relevant work experience within the broader human or family services sector.
- Senior executive with proven management experience in health and human services within a large private or public sector organization.
- Postgraduate qualifications in leadership, governance, administration, or policy are highly desirable. How to Apply If this role interests you, please contact Caitlin Pang ) and Grace Tan ). Applications should be sent through to and include a brief cover letter (1-2 pages) and copy of your CV. Other Details
- Closing date for applications: Friday 26 October 2025, 11:59 PM AEST.
- Base pay range: $183,884.00/yr – $202,163.00/yr. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rvsf3