Description:
* Two positions available, based at either Shepparton, Seymour, Wangaratta or Wodonga Justice Service Centre
* Engage with the local Aboriginal Community in a vital and meaningful role
* Salary range $89,292 - $96,073 plus superannuation
This is a prioritised role for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, who will be given priority consideration as per the special measures provision of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.
About us
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
Corrections Victoria is committed to the delivery of responsive and culturally appropriate services that meet the objectives of the department's Aboriginal Justice Agreements.
You will manage both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal clients on court orders by conducting risk assessments, preparing case plans, providing interventions, and addressing the underlying causes of offending. You will provide culturally sensitive support to clients to successfully complete their court orders, while balancing risks to community safety. You may also be required to provide advice to the Koori Court to assist in the sentencing process.
There are two positions available: an ongoing role, and a fixed-term role until 10/12/2025. The location for either position can be negotiated between Shepparton, Seymour, Wangaratta or Wodonga Justice Service Centres.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with members of the Victorian Aboriginal Community
* an understanding of the Victorian Aboriginal Community, both socially and culturally, and the issues impacting on it
* an understanding of, or experience in, effective case management practices including proactively managing risk of complex individuals
* an understanding of, or experience in, modelling pro-social behaviours, with the ability to motivate and influence individuals who are being case managed
* assertiveness and confidence in dealing with individuals exhibiting challenging behaviours.
For more details regarding this position, please contact:
* Manzour Ali – Manager Court Practice on 0477 646 564
Why work with us?
* A fair salary
* Generous leave entitlements
* Transparent performance framework
* Employee Wellbeing support
* Comprehensive training when you commence and throughout your career
* Secondments and promotions
* Click here to read more about our benefits
* 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.
This is an Aboriginal Prioritised position, a role for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, who will be given priority consideration as per the special measures provision of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are welcome to utilise support from the Aboriginal Recruitment Team throughout the recruitment process. Aboriginal candidates are encouraged to contact Aboriginalrecruitment@justice.vic.gov.au if they would like cultural support and guidance through the application process.
CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF 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.
6 May 2025;
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