About the organisation Jesuit Social Services is a social change organisation working to build a just society where all people can live to their full potential. We reflect on the critical factors shaping our contemporary world; the social, political and economic contexts, and we adapt our practice to work with those most in need.

Since 1977, Jesuit Social Services has provided services to some of the most disadvantaged in our community.

We place a high priority on advocacy and are a leader in policy development and research.

About the program

Justice Programs

Jesuit Social Services’ Justice Programs provide holistic support service for adults and young people involved in the justice system or who are exiting prisons and/or youth justice centres. Our programs target those who are assessed as high risk/need, with limited social and family networks, limited accommodation and post release support options and experiencing multiple and complex health problems. Staff deliver quality programs in a manner that reflects the social justice principles of participation, equity, access and respect. Services include intensive outreach support, case management, supported accommodation, drug and alcohol counselling, recreation programs and employment/training programs. Our adult and youth justice work contributes to regional and state-wide advisory forums and networks and assists in a more comprehensive approach to justice through partnerships with government agencies and other service providers, as well as to legislation, policy development and advocacy.

Enhanced Bail Community Support Service

The Victorian Government has established a two-year, metropolitan-based trial to enhance monitoring and support for young people on bail. The Enhanced Bail Supervision and Support (EBSS) trial will allow young people to be subject to electronic monitoring (EM) bail conditions and provide additional support to high-risk young people via more intensive case management, bail compliance oversight and support to high-risk young people with complex needs.

The Enhanced Bail Community Support Service will provide non-statutory support to young people subject to EBSS and provide support and meaningful, structured activity to address any needs and support the young person’s compliance with the order.

About the role

We are seeking a tertiary qualified, experienced and dedicated Senior Practitioner for our Enhanced Bail Community Support Service (EBCS) team. This role will work closely with the Manager EBCS to support and develop the practice of the EBCS team and ensure there is integration of theory and practice via supervision, reflective practice and co-case management.

What Jesuit Social Services can offer you:

• A comprehensive Induction and Orientation program
• Ongoing role related training and development
• An organisation that lives their values, through our day-to-day work
• A welcoming and supportive environment
• Employee assistance program
• A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits
• Generous leave
• Salary $97,000 to $102,950 depending on skills and experience

Candidate Requirements

This role will suit a candidate with the following skills and experience:

1. Tertiary qualification/s and relevant management / practice experience in human services field
2. Significant experience working effectively with young people engaged in the justice system; and particularly those experiencing substance misuse, homelessness, mental health concerns, violent or aggressive presentations and other complex problems that may result in offending behaviour.
3. Experience in, and/or knowledge of, the Youth Justice system, relevant Legislation, processes and procedures and the ability to establish, and maintain positive and productive working arrangements with a range of stakeholders; both Government and non-Government.
4. Knowledge and experience in appropriate interventions/skills required to support people with multiple and complex needs and clear understanding of the requirements/elements of case management, intensive support, crisis intervention and outreach
5. Experience in providing support, mentoring and/or supervision to staff.

Capacity to work flexible hours which will include after-hours and weekends, in accordance with the hours of operation of the service (currently 7.00 am to 10.30 p.m.)

For further details please contact Nicole Ford on 0455 283 163. Applications must include a resume, cover letter and address each of the Key Selection Criteria.

Applications close 5.00 p.m. 4th August 2025