Aboriginal Case Manager - Shepparton

Corrections Victoria • Shepparton Region • 1w ago

Ongoing, full-time position based in Shepparton Support rehabilitation of clients while engaging with the Aboriginal Community Salary $89,292 - $96,073 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. About us Community Correctional Services (CCS) contributes to the safety of the community by applying practices that reduce reoffending and connect individuals to programs, services and community We are committed to the delivery of responsive and culturally appropriate services that meet the objectives of the department's Aboriginal Justice Agreements. About the role The Aboriginal Case Manager will be responsible for managing both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal clients on court orders by conducting risk assessments, preparing case plans, providing interventions, and addressing the underlying causes of offending. You will provide culturally sensitive support to clients to successfully complete their court orders, while balancing risks to community safety. You may also be required to provide advice to the Koori Court to assist in the sentencing process. The unique purpose of this role is that it will be responsible for developing and implementing cultural support plans for Aboriginal clients and working with Aboriginal justice networks to identify appropriate support to strengthen case management outcomes for clients. To be successful in this role, you will have: the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with members of the Victorian Aboriginal Community the ability to effectively engage with local support services and the Koori Court in the case management of individuals an understanding of the Victorian Aboriginal Community, both socially and culturally, and the issues impacting on it an understanding of, or experience in, effective case management practices including proactively managing risk of complex individuals an understanding of, or experience in, modelling pro-social behaviours, with the ability to motivate and influence individuals who are being case managed assertiveness and confidence in dealing with individuals exhibiting challenging behaviours. For further information about this role, please contact: Craig Kelly – Manager, Court Practice on 0428 268 194 or Craig.Kelly@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. Other benefits include: A fair salary Generous leave entitlements Transparent performance framework Employee Wellbeing support Comprehensive training when you commence and throughout your career Secondment and promotion opportunities Click here to read more about our benefits Read about how you will be supported in your role with CCS 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 candidates are also encouraged to contact Aboriginalworkforce@justice.vic.gov.au if they would like cultural support and guidance through the application process. 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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