Full time, fixed term vacancy until 30 June ****
Lead a brand new team working to support community partnerships and young people participating in community service activities
Salary band of $110,910 - $122,380 plus superannuation
The Department of Justice and Community Safety (Youth Justice) is responsible for the statutory supervision of young people in the criminal justice system in Victoria focusing on prevention, diversion, and early intervention as the most effective and fiscally responsible ways of reducing youth crime.
Youth Justice is committed to the demonstration of the departmental values at all times; Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership, Human rights.
About the role:
The Community Partnership Team Leader is responsible for overseeing the Community Service program, leading a team of Case Officers and developing productive and sustainable stakeholder relationships with community agencies that promote rehabilitation and community connection for young people.
Our programs address offending behaviour, build life skills, and link young people to services that promote accountability and rehabilitation.
The legal mandate for Youth Justice is provided by the Youth Justice Act ****
Key responsibilities include:
Manage the Community Service and Partnerships stream for the area, overseeing a team of case Officers, enhancing development and providing professional supervision
Proactively lead the development of productive and sustainable community service partnerships promoting rehabilitation and community supports
Prepare reports and briefings; review court reports and endorse court reports, advice and recommendations
Consult, network, negotiate and liaise with government and non‐government sector agencies and community groups on a range of issues that contribute to service delivery




Keep accurate and complete records of work activities in accordance with legislative requirements and the department's records
A full Victorian driver's licence and employee Working with Children Check (WWCC) card are mandatory for this role.
About you:
Advanced understanding of the criminal justice system as it relates to young people, best practice case management principals and philosophy underpinning relevant legislation
Ability to build relationships with various community groups and community service providers to develop partnership strategies
Strong leadership capability in an operational environment, including staff management, service delivery and governance practices
Someone who seeks opportunities for continuous improvement and can resolve complex problems calmly
A relevant qualification in social work, youth work, psychology, human services, criminology, or criminal justice (desirable)
For more details on the position please review the position description attached or contact:
Caitlyn Blake - ******
Why work with us?
A fair salary
Generous leave entitlements
Transparent performance framework
Employee Wellbeing support
Comprehensive training when you commence and throughout your career
Secondments and promotions
For further information on our benefits please follow the link Why work for Vic (careers.vic.gov.au)
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 secure 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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📌 Community Partnership Team Leader - South East Region (Victoria)
🏢 Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria
📍 Victoria