Case Officer - Melbourne

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3 x Ongoing, Full-Time opportunity based in MelbourneContribute to community safety by applying practices that reduce reoffendingSalary range of $81,496 - $90,227 plus superannuationCommunity Correctional Services (CCS) contributes to the safety of the community by applying practices that reduce reoffending and connecting individuals to programs, services and community. CCS provides management of individuals on court orders, serious sex offenders on post sentence supervision and prisoners on parole. About the role:Case Officers in the Court Practice stream are responsible for the administration of court orders for individuals assessed as being at low risk of reoffending and may also be required to manage individuals on reparation orders. This role is required to direct and monitor compliance in line with court order obligations and evidence-based practice. Key Responsibilities include:Apply order administration activities to service usersRefer individuals to relevant services and monitor compliance against order requirementsimplement appropriate responses to non-compliance and escalate matters as required to senior staff in a timely manner.Produce case notes, reports and other standard documents in line with procedural guidelines.Work collaboratively with colleagues, contribute to team planning, work process improvements and day-to-day administration of local work area.About you:Demonstrated experience or an awareness of key case management components: assessment, planning, service coordination and brokerage and interventions.Gives frank and honest feedback/advice. Listens when ideas are challenged, seeks to understand the nature of criticism and respond constructivelyPays attention to words, expression and body language; recognises behaviours that promote a culture of inclusionTakes action through self, or in consultation with others to resolve problemsFor more details on the position, please review the position description attached or contact:Josephine Calabro - Manager Court Practice on 0447 332 727 OR Josephine.Calabro@justice.vic.gov.auWhy 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, an employee assistance program, access to job opportunities across the Victorian Government, salary packaging and much more.How to applyPlease 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, nationally coordinated criminal history checks (NCCHC), 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. 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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