About This Role

- Fixed-term, full-time position until 30/06/2028 based in Ringwood
- Prepare and provide guidance to staff for reports in accordance with the Youth Justice Act 2024
- Salary band $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.

About The Role

As a Court Reports Practice Lead, you will prepare high-quality reports including Pre-Sentence Reports (PSRs) and other court reports in accordance with the Youth Justice Act 2024, relevant practice standards and court timeframes.

Key Responsibilities Include

- Prepare and write Pre-Sentence Reports and other reports to the court
- Provide practice advice and support to staff in relation to the preparation and writing of reports
- Support state-wide training, coaching and capability uplift for staff
- Act as a technical expert in report writing, providing authoritative advice, quality assurance and support to strengthen capability across the team.
- Manage a complex caseload of young people subject to statutory orders

About You

- Sound knowledge of the youth justice system and the Youth Justice Act, including the principles underpinning legislation, the Victorian Youth Justice program, and relevant policies and guidelines.
- An ability to prepare and write high-quality evidence-based reports in accordance with the Youth Justice Act and relevant practice requirements.
- Strong understanding of case management and case work principles, including the application of assessment frameworks and interventions tailored to the needs of young people.

A current employee Working with Children Check (WWCC) card is required and will need to be provided prior to commencement.



For more details on the position, please review the position description attached or contact:

- Soula Kontomichalos – General Manager, Youth Justice at [email protected]

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)

How To Apply Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications only require a resume. 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 secure, 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.

📌 Court Reports Practice Lead - Ringwood (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria
📍 Melbourne