Overview Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time Salary: $79,122 - $87,599 Grade: CCP2 Occupation: Prison and corrective services Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs Reference: DJCS/5301_4102 At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.
The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers
We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?
* 2 x Full Time, Ongoing positions based in Dandenong or Cranbourne
* Contribute to community safety by applying practices that reduce reoffending
* Kick-start your career in case management
Make a Real Impact in Your Community — Become a Case Officer with Community Correctional Services At Community Correctional Services (CCS), we help make communities safer by supporting people to turn their lives around. We work with individuals on court orders, people who have committed serious sex offences on post-sentence supervision, and people leaving prison on parole. Our goal is simple: reduce reoffending and help people connect with the programs, services, and community supports they need. About the Role CCS are currently recruiting two full time, ongoing Case Officers each based at Dandenong or Cranbourne. As a Case Officer you'll play a vital role in managing court orders for individuals assessed as low-risk. You may also work with people completing reparation orders. In this role, you'll guide people to meet their legal obligations, link them with appropriate services, and keep them on track using evidence-based approaches to compliance. What You'll Be Doing
* Carry out order administration activities and ensure all requirements are clearly communicated and understood.
* Refer individuals to the right programs and services, and monitor their progress against order conditions.
* Respond appropriately to non-compliance and escalate matters to senior staff when needed.
* Maintain accurate case notes, reports and documentation in line with procedural guidelines.
* Work collaboratively with your team, contribute ideas for improving processes, and support the day-to-day operations of your work area.
About You You're someone who wants to contribute to safer, more connected communities. You bring (or are ready to develop) the core elements of effective case management, including assessment, planning, service coordination and intervention. We're looking for someone who:
* Brings excellent organisation and time-management to a busy caseload.
* Communicates clearly and confidently in all settings.
* Shows genuine respect and empathy when working with people from all walks of life.
* Works well in a team and also independently.
* Tackles challenges with initiative and knows when to reach out for guidance.
For more details on the position please review the position description attached or contact: Helen Harper (Dandenong) on 0408 638 358 or Prue Floyd (Cranbourne) on 0408 232 718. How to apply Please click the Apply button on this advertisement, ensuring you should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats only. Please note that applications sent via email will not be accepted. The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, national police checks and misconduct screening. Candidates will be asked to select their location preference in the application form; please note that interviews for both positions will take place at the Dandenong office. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, please get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad. 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. Applications close Monday 9 March 2026 at 11.59pm Posted 19 February 2026