• Ongoing, full time role based in Sunshine
• Make a difference in reducing over representation of Indigenous people in the Criminal Justice System
• Salary banding of $97,955 - $111,142 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.

Through its long-standing commitment to the Aboriginal Justice Agreement, the Aboriginal Social and Emotional Wellbeing Plan, the Koori Inclusion Action Plan and in partnership with the Victorian Aboriginal community, CJS has developed this unique Aboriginal Advanced Case Manager role.

About the role:

The Aboriginal Advanced Case Manager will be responsible for managing a case load of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal persons to deliver dynamic evidence based best practice in the case management of individuals with complex needs and those who have committed serious offences.

This role may also require you to assist in assessing client's suitability for corrections orders and attendance to provide advice to the Koori Court.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and implement cultural support plans for Aboriginal persons
• Identify and evaluate factors that relate to individual offending behaviour and provide individualised risk assessment Provide advice to senior management and community-based teams on effective case management of Aboriginal persons
• Develop relationships with Aboriginal organisations and other organisations that support and strengthen the case management of Aboriginal persons
• Manage a caseload and develop rapport with individuals to address offending behaviour and complete corrections orders

About you:

• Demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with members of the Victorian Aboriginal Community
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Victorian Aboriginal Community and the issues impacting on it
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of best practice case management frameworks
• Ability to implement theoretical concepts to reduce risk and maximise individual outcomes
• Seeks opportunities for continuous improvement and ways to innovate

For more details on the position please review the position description attached or contact:

• Maria Fazio - Manager, Court Practice on 0417 038 513 or [email protected]

Why work with us?

At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we provide every person with the means to achieve their potential through ongoing learning and development opportunities in a diverse, equitable and supportive environment.

We look for people who are prepared to do their very best in line with our values and behaviours. Our values shape and influence how we recruit, train and develop our staff and build relationships with stakeholders.

We will also provide you with professional development opportunities, an employee assistance program, access to job opportunities across the Victorian Government, salary packaging and much more.

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.

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.