Advanced Practitioner - Bendigo

Corrections Victoria • Bendigo Region • 1w ago

Work in a team dedicated to helping people make positive changes to their lives Full time, ongoing position based in Bendigo Earn $97,955 - $111,142 per year (plus super) with guaranteed yearly increases. Make a Real Impact in Community Safety. Join Community Correctional Services (CCS) as an Advanced Practitioner At Community Correctional Services (CCS), we work every day to reduce reoffending and support safer communities. Through evidence-based case management and rehabilitation, we help individuals address the underlying causes of their offending and create meaningful change in their lives. We manage people on community-based court orders, post-sentence supervision, and parole. Our focus is on providing the structure, accountability, and support needed for successful reintegration into the community. About the Role As an Advanced Practitioner, you'll manage a caseload of predominantly complex and high-risk individuals sentenced to Community Correction Orders. Your role combines risk assessment, planning, intervention, and behaviour change work - all within a strong compliance and public safety framework. You will also have the opportunity to lead and mentor a small team of Case Managers and Case Officers, contributing to the professional development of others and the overall performance of your team. Why This Work Matters We believe that community-based rehabilitation, when safe and appropriate, is one of the most effective ways to reduce reoffending. As an Advanced Practitioner, you'll: Hear people's stories and understand their perspectives Hold individuals accountable and support them to change Help people reconnect with their community Be part of giving someone a second chance Your work will directly contribute to community safety, and no two days will be the same. What You'll Do Conduct risk and needs assessments Develop case plans and write high-quality reports Coordinate services and care teams Deliver targeted interventions to address offending behaviour Support individuals to meet court order obligations Mentor, lead, and develop case management staff Who We're Looking For Whether you're already working in justice, social work, mental health, or a related field - or ready to take the next step in your CCS career - we want to hear from you. We're looking for people who have: Strong experience in case management with complex clients Confidence and communication skills to manage challenging behaviours A commitment to rehabilitation and accountability The ability to lead, support, and motivate a team A genuine drive to contribute to community safety What You'll Get A fair and competitive salary, with annual increases under the VPS Agreement Generous leave entitlements and flexible work options A clear and transparent career development framework Ongoing training, professional development, and pathways to promotion Access to employee wellbeing support * Salary packaging options and discounted health insurance You'll be supported from day one, with structured onboarding and ongoing guidance throughout your career with CCS. For queries regarding this position, please contact Penelope Swanson - Manager, Court Practice on 0409 516 270 or at penelope.swanson@justice.vic.gov.au. How to apply Please click the Apply button at the bottom of 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 national police checks and misconduct screening. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please 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.

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