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. MCV The Magistrates' Court of Victoria (MCV) is the first level of the Victorian court system and is a jurisdiction within the Court Services Victoria. It has a long history of providing justice for the people of Victoria in metropolitan and regional courts across the state. The Court determines in excess of 300,000 cases per annum at 51 locations, equating to approximately 90 percent of all cases that come before Victorian courts each year. The Court aims to be an innovative, accessible, and responsive court that provides quality services to the Victorian community. About the Role The role of the family violence respondent practitioner (FVRP) is integral to the courts' response to family violence. The FVRP holds specialist knowledge of family violence and forms part of a team within the family violence jurisdiction of the Magistrates' Court of Victoria, comprising of the family violence registrar (FVR), family violence applicant practitioner (FVAP) and Koori family violence practitioners (KFVP). The role of this team is to enhance the safety of affected family members experiencing family violence who attend at Court and hold the perpetrators of family violence accountable for their actions. Key accountabilities include: Conducting Court ordered assessments and referring Respondents to external ongoing support, case management services and programs to address accountability, behaviour change and other issues contributing to the risk of further family violence. Providing information to Magistrates in relation to Respondents and the availability of appropriate services and programs. Conveying specialist family violence concepts and court procedures to Respondents, staff, and stakeholders. Maintaining accurate, confidential Respondents' records including managing information sharing, privacy, confidentiality, and consent. Contributing to and representing the MCV at regular meetings and committees with internal and external stakeholders Updating internal case management and recording systems and prepare reports as required for management regarding services provided (including data of persons supported, support given, referrals made), external communications and meetings attended. Preparing reports as required for management regarding services provided (including data of persons supported, support given, referrals made), external communications and meetings attended Travelling to other courts and locations for family violence related meetings and duties as required. About You Relevant tertiary qualifications in social work, psychology, social sciences, criminal justice, or other related field is highly desirable, in addition to demonstrated strong experience working with people who have perpetrated family violence. Graduate Certificate Social Science: Male Family Violence is highly regarded Demonstrated experience and skills in the provision of support, crisis containment, risk assessment, and case coordination. Demonstrated ability to promote client accountability and identify and work against collusion. Demonstrated understanding of the Family Violence Protection Act 2008, risk assessment and management framework and Victoria Police Code of Practice. A sound understanding of homelessness and housing, legal, financial, AOD service, mental health, cognitive impairment, and other issues and needs that can exacerbate family violence risk is desirable An awareness of intersectionality and/or cultural sensitivity when providing services to Aboriginal, CALD and LGBTI and other minority communities 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.
