Aboriginal Case Manager - Morwell Department of Justice and Community Safety
Morwell, VIC, AU
Position Details
Ongoing, full-time position based in Morwell
Salary band $91,971 - $98,955 plus superannuation
Equity Statement
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 Chance Act ****.
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.
Qualifications and Experience




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
Contact
For further information about this role, please contact: Danielle Sellens – Manager, Court Practice on ************ or
Benefits
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
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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📌 Aboriginal Case Manager - Morwell (Victoria)
🏢 Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria
📍 Victoria