Organisation : The Magistrates' Court of Victoria (MCV)
Location : Melbourne, VIC Regional
Work type : Full-time
Profession : Social & Support Work
Sector : Community Support Services
Salary type : Annual Package
About the organisation
The Magistrates' Court of Victoria (MCV) is a jurisdiction within the Court Services Victoria statutory authority and has a long history of providing justice for the people of Victoria in metropolitan and regional courts across the state. The Court determines in excess of 300,000 cases per annum at 51 venues, equating to approximately 90 per cent of all cases that come before Victorian courts each year. The Court aims to be an innovative, accessible and responsive court that provides quality services to the Victorian community
About the role
Case Managers are integral members of the Court Support Services (CSS) team delivering high quality case management to clients with complex needs who are involved with the Court system. Working within the Court environment, you will provide our clients with support to address the issues that are contributing to their offending behaviours. This role provides case management support to people on bail with a range of complex needs who are participating in the CISP program. The position will work flexibly in the South East region primarily working between the Ringwood and Dandenong Magistrates Courts including a combination of onsite and virtual operation, with some travel required to regional sites.
About you
– Tertiary qualification (minimum Diploma level highly desirable) related to case management practice with forensic clients; such as social work, psychology, welfare, drug and alcohol or another related field and/or relevant experience.
– Experience providing a case management support; taking a holistic, strengths-based and collaborative approach.
– Experience communicating hope and optimism for change and applying a person-centred and evidence-based approach to support and enhance the client’s motivation.
– Knowledge of how to engage with clients through assessment and treatment planning to develop a person-centred individual support plan.
– Can ensure clear communication, documentation, information security and confidentiality.
– Able to work with diversity in a way that displays respect and cultural sensitivity and ensuring that services are delivered in a way that is family/person-centred, and responsive to and inclusive of the diverse needs and backgrounds of all clients.
– Experience preparing reports on client progress and can effectively speak to your work in a court setting.
In return, CSS offers a unique opportunity to develop your clinical skills within a supportive team environment. You will be provided with ongoing professional development opportunities and be part of a court-based team committed to supporting people on bail to make changes in their lives.
How to apply
To apply, please click the ‘Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following documents in your application:
- resume
- a short covering letter
- completed application form (see file attachment)
Other Information:
In relation to mandatory vaccinations against COVID-19, it is a condition of any offer of employment that candidates agree to comply with any applicable direction or policy regarding mandatory vaccinations. CSV is committed to building a diverse workforce, inclusive culture, providing a safe and respectful workplace and has zero tolerance for violence against women. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment.
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