At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.
The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.
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.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers
We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?
- Full time, ongoing position based in Swan Hill
- Hybrid role combining case management and court advisory/prosecution work
- Comprehensive training and long-term career development
About Community Correctional Services (CCS)
Community Correctional Services (CCS), part of the Department of Justice and Community Safety, plays a critical role in reducing reoffending and protecting the community. We manage individuals on court orders, people subject to post-sentence supervision for serious sexual offences, and individuals on parole. Our work connects people to targeted programs, services and supports that address risk and promote positive change.
About the Role
This is a dynamic dual-role position combining:
- Court assessment and prosecution responsibilities, and
- Evidence-based case management of medium to high-risk individuals
You will:
- Conduct court assessments to determine suitability for court orders
- Facilitate variations and cancellations of orders
- Prosecute breaches of community correction orders
- Provide high-quality, evidence-based advice to the judiciary
- Manage a caseload of individuals assessed as medium or high risk of reoffending
- Apply structured risk assessment and intervention strategies
- Engage and motivate individuals to complete their orders successfully
- Balance rehabilitation outcomes with community safety considerations
This role suits professionals who are confident in court environments, skilled in managing complexity, and motivated by meaningful community impact.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
- Experience or sound understanding of effective case management practice, including working with complex individuals and managing risk
- The ability to model pro-social behaviour and positively influence others
- Experience or understanding of court processes, prosecutions, or related fields
- Confidence and professionalism when working with challenging behaviours
- Strong communication skills and sound professional judgement
A qualification in social work, law, human services, criminology or criminal justice is desirable. Experience in court advice, assessments or prosecutions is highly regarded.
For more details regarding these positions, please contact Greta Miller – Manager, Court Practice on 0438 787 312.
Why Work With Us?
At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, you'll be supported to build a meaningful career in a values-driven environment.
We offer:
- Competitive salary and generous leave entitlements
- Structured training from commencement and throughout your career
- Clear performance and development pathways
- Opportunities for secondments and promotion
- Employee wellbeing support programs
- A diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace
- Click here to read more about our benefits
- Read about how you will be supported in your role with CCS
How to apply
Please click the Apply button at the bottom of 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, national police checks and misconduct screening. 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.