Drive reform and shape the future of Forensic Intervention Services. Lead the design and implementation of an innovative offence-related service model within Complex Interventions. Enjoy world-class training and wellbeing support.
Flexible home and on-site working arrangements. 1 fixed term role available. Earn $116,413 - $140,849 (AH4) per year plus super. Melbourne CBD location with some travel across Victoria.
What you'll do
- Design, develop and implement a new offence-related service model for Complex Interventions.
- Lead project planning, governance, risk management and reporting activities.
- Develop change management and communication strategies to support implementation.
- Build solid stakeholder relationships and provide strategic advice on service reform.
- Contribute to innovative, evidence-based approaches that improve rehabilitation outcomes.
Skills required
- Experience delivering complex projects and reform initiatives.
- Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and change management skills.
- Knowledge of service delivery within complex systems and restricted environments.
- Ability to think strategically, influence outcomes and drive continuous improvement.
Eligibility
Applicants must hold an eligible qualification and professional registration in psychology, social work, mental health nursing, occupational therapy, counselling or psychotherapy, and possess a current Victorian driver's licence.
Pre‑employment checks
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, national police checks and misconduct screening. Dependent 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 have any queries, please call Laura Crowe on 0400 787 962 or email
[email protected].
Diversity and inclusion
We want to make sure all Victorians feel represented by the department's work. One of the ways we do this is by recruiting a diverse workforce – we welcome people of any gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and cultural background. We are also committed to the Victorian Government's promise to increase the number of veterans working in the public sector.
We're proud of our individual differences. We're proud of the many languages we speak and the stories we can share with each other. We hope you will share your story too.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is continually working towards increasing our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) workforce. The Aboriginal Employment Team aims to attract, recruit and retain Aboriginal staff across all our roles. This support includes a culturally appropriate attraction and recruitment process.
Applications close 30 August 2026.
Important Information
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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📌 Forensic Senior Project Officer, Complex Interventions (Melbourne)
🏢 State Of Victoria
📍 Melbourne