Ongoing, full time role based in the South Area, across Dandenong and Frankson Build strong stakeholder relationships in Melbourne's Youth Justice system Salary band of $113,022 - $124,884 plus superannuation The Department of Justice and Community Safety is responsible for the statutory supervision of young people in the criminal justice system. The Department's Youth Justice Service provides programs and resources to assist young people to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes to manage their lives effectively without further offending. About the role: The Youth Justice program is primarily responsible for supervision and case management of young people between 12-21 years of age who have committed offences and been sentenced to statutory orders and/or on release from custody on parole. The Multi-Agency Panel Coordinator creates and fosters positive working relationships across diverse stakeholders to help address youth offending and its underlying causes. Some travel will be required across the south metro offices. Key responsibilities include: Facilitate referrals to the Multi-Agency Panel (MAP) Provide strong advice regarding the status of young people being assessed by the MAP Analyse and review the performance of the MAP and ensure reporting to the MAP Chair clearly identifies achievements Develop high quality briefing, reports, and presentations and contribute to other reports, committees, forums as required Proactively identify emerging risks, issues and opportunities for the MAP and provide timely intelligence reporting to the MAP Chair About you: Knowledge and experience in Youth Justice and the complex nature of Youth Offending Knowledge and experience in case management practice Experience in providing a range of executive and support functions Works collaboratively, communicates with impact and creates an inclusive environment for their team and stakeholders While not essential, relevant qualifications in social work, public policy or social sciences are desirable For more details, please review the position description or contact: Nicole Tempany - General Manager, Youth Justice South Metro on 0409 741 423 or via email at Tempany@justice.vic.gov.au 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, employee wellbeing services, access to job opportunities across the Victorian Government, salary packaging and more. For further information on our benefits please follow the link: Why work for Vic (careers.vic.gov.au) 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. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. 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.
