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?
- 1 x Ongoing, Full Time opportunity based in Shepparton
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1 x Fixed-term, full-time opportunity until 23/07/2027 based in Seymour
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Help contribute to the rehabilitation of individuals leading to greater community safety
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Salary band of $91,971 - $98,955 plus superannuation plus yearly increases
Community Correctional Services (CCS) contributes to the safety of the community by applying practices that reduce reoffending and connect individuals to programs, services and community. CCS provides management of individuals on court orders, people who have committed serious sex offences on post sentence supervision and prisoners on parole.
About the role:
Case Managers in the Court Practice stream are responsible for applying evidence-based case management practices to individuals at medium or high risk of reoffending. This role is required to utilise case management practices to actively engage individuals and ensure responsive, targeted interventions to assist in reducing their risk of reoffending.
Key responsibilities include:
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Identify and evaluate factors that relate to individual offending behaviour
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Motivate and influence individuals in the case management process
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Produce detailed reports and other standard documents in line with procedural guidelines
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Monitor individual's compliance against order requirements
About you:
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Demonstrates assertiveness and confidence in dealing with individuals exhibiting challenging behaviours
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Builds positive working relationships and enjoys working in a small, close-knit team
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Understanding of case management practices relating to complex individuals
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Practices modelling pro social behaviours and motivates those around them
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Pays attention to words, expression and body language; Recognises behaviours that promote a culture of inclusion
For more details on the position, please review the position description attached or contact:
Why work with us?
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A fair salary
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Generous leave entitlements
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Transparent performance framework
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Employee Wellbeing support
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Comprehensive training when you commence and throughout your career
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Secondments and promotions
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Click here to read more about our benefits
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Read about how you will be supported in your role with CCS
How to apply
Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, national police checks and misconduct screening. Dependant on the role, other checks may include VicRoads checks, drivers licence checks, medical checks, Working with Children Checks, and Declaration of Private Interests (for executive and responsible officer roles).
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.
CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT:
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and y oung 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.
