Fixed-term, full-time position based in Seymour for 12 months, with the possibility of extension. Work in a team dedicated to helping people make positive changes to their lives.
Salary range: $100,894 – $114,476 per year (plus superannuation).
Community Correctional Services (CCS) contributes to the safety of the community by applying practices that reduce reoffending and connecting individuals to programs, services, and the community. CCS provides management of individuals on court orders, people who have committed serious sexual and violent offences on post‐sentence supervision, and prisoners on parole.
About the role
Advanced Practitioners within the court case management stream of CCS will manage a caseload of predominantly complex and high‐risk individuals who have committed offences. This involves conducting risk assessments, preparing case plans, providing interventions, proactively challenging offending behaviours, addressing the underlying factors in offending whilst directing, and monitoring compliance with court order obligations. This role must also support individuals to successfully complete their court orders, while balancing risks to community safety.
Key responsibilities
* Manage a caseload of predominantly complex and high‐risk individuals.
* Motivate and influence staff in best case management practice.
* Produce written reports with appropriate analysis and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
* Apply sound judgement in the identification and assessment of individual risk.
* Develop and maintain relationships with cross‐government and community‐based stakeholders.
About you
* Demonstrated experience and knowledge of best practice case management frameworks including managing clients with complex presentations and conducting risk and needs assessments in a human services context.
* Ability to implement theoretical concepts to reduce risk and maximise individual outcomes.
* Demonstrated understanding and capability in leading, managing and developing staff responsible for operational service delivery.
* Pays attention to words, expression and body language; recognises behaviours that promote a culture of inclusion.
Why work with us
* Fair salary.
* Generous leave entitlements.
* Transparent performance framework.
* Employee wellbeing support.
* Comprehensive training when you commence and throughout your career.
* Secondments and promotions.
Child Safety Commitment
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
Contact: Craig Kelly – Manager, Court Practice on 0428 268 194 or craig.kelly@justice.vic.gov.au.
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