About Us
Court Services Victoria provides corporate services and facilities to support the performance of the judicial, quasi-judicial and administrative functions of Victoria's courts and tribunal, Judicial College and Judicial Commission.
Collectively, Victoria's Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners courts, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), the Judicial College of Victoria, the Judicial Commission of Victoria, and Court Services Victoria (CSV) are referred to as the `Courts Group'.
Our people enable the Courts Group to deliver on each jurisdiction's own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are interconnected and deliver benefits more broadly.
The Magistrates' Court of Victoria (MCV) has a long history of providing justice for the people of Victoria in metropolitan and regional courts across the state. The MCV determines in excess of 200,000 cases per annum at 51 venues, dealing with over 90 percent of all adult cases that come before Victorian courts each year.
MCV aims to be an innovative, accessible and responsive court that provides quality services to the Victorian community.
About the Role
Are you passionate about supporting people to create positive change in their lives?
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Case Manager to join the Court Integrated Services Program (CISP) at Ringwood Magistrates' Court. In this rewarding role, you will work with clients on bail who present with complex needs, providing client-centred case management and practical support to help them engage in rehabilitation, reduce risk, and achieve positive behavioural outcomes.
As a CISP Case Manager, you will:
- Deliver holistic, strengths-based case management and support.
- Conduct assessments and develop tailored support and treatment plans.
- Use evidence-based interventions and motivational interviewing techniques to enhance client engagement.
- Assess and manage client risk while promoting safety and wellbeing.
- Prepare reports and confidently present information in a court setting.
- Build strong partnerships with courts, community services, and external stakeholders.
- Facilitate referrals and reduce barriers to accessing support services.
- Maintain accurate records, documentation, and confidentiality standards.
- Provide culturally responsive and inclusive services that respect the diverse backgrounds and experiences of clients.
About You
You will bring:
- Extensive experience in the assessment and case management of clients with complex needs.
- Demonstrated capacity to provide a culturally responsive and inclusive service to clients.
- Demonstrated client engagement and management skills, including motivational interviewing techniques.
- Excellent case formulation and written communication skills.
A tertiary qualification (minimum Diploma level highly desirable) in Social Work, Psychology, Welfare, Alcohol and Other Drugs, Community Services, or a related field; and/or equivalent relevant experience working with forensic or complex-needs clients.
How to apply
Click the `Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application:
- resume
- a short cover letter
Other information
CSV is the employer of staff at Courts Group. CSV has a firm commitment through its Koori Employment Plan to increase participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across our workforce.
We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. Those from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of all ages, with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and those who are neurodiverse, are encouraged to apply.
We aim to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.
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 email the contact person listed in the advertisement.
As part of our commitment to a safe and respectful workplace, CSV conduct pre-employment checks, including reference checks, police checks and misconduct screening. These checks are handled confidentially, with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both candidates and Court Services Victoria.
