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Ongoing, full time opportunity based in
Frankston
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Ongoing learning and development
opportunities
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Support community safety by proactively
motivating and engaging prisoners on parole
About us
Corrections Victoria's purpose is to
deliver an effective corrections system for a safe community. Community
Correctional Services (CCS), is overseen by Corrections Victoria, a division of
the Department of Justice and Community Safety. CCS is responsible for the
management and supervision of prisoners on parole, clients under post sentence
supervision and court orders.
About the role
Based in Frankston, Parole and Specialist Case Manager's (PSCM)
demonstrate outstanding case management, offender engagement and management
skills, including excellent motivational interaction interviewing techniques
and production of relevant plans and reports. In addition, it is expected that
the PSCM will possess excellent writing skills demonstrated through the ability
to prepare Departmental and Ministerial briefings, general external
correspondence and reports to key stakeholders. The PSCM will also be
responsible for the meticulous management of CCS offender files. The PSCM will
also contribute to a strengthened and integrated risk assessment and management
framework, including the transition process from imprisonment into the
community, through close partnership with internal and external stakeholders,
with an overarching consideration for community safety.
To be successful in this role, you will
have:
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experience in the application of best
practice case management and theoretical concepts to reduce risk and maximise
client outcomes
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experience in the case management of
complex and high-risk clients
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knowledge and experience in best
practice risk and therapeutic initiatives
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excellent written communication skills including detailed
report writing experience.
Experience working within a
legislative framework is also desirable.
For more details regarding these positions,
please contact:
Phoebe Willow -
Principal Practitioner at phoebe.willow@justice.vic.gov.au
Why work with us?
At the Department of Justice and
Community Safety, we provide every person with the means to achieve their
potential through ongoing learning and development opportunities in a diverse,
equitable and supportive environment.
We look for people who are prepared
to do their very best in line with our values and behaviours. Our values shape
and influence how we recruit, train and develop our staff and build
relationships with stakeholders.
We will also provide you with
professional development opportunities, an employee assistance program, access
to job opportunities across the Victorian Government, salary packaging and much
more.
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 national police
checks and misconduct screening.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait
Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
During the COVID19 crisis all of our
assessment processes will be facilitated remotely using various online tools.
The Recruitment Services Team will work with you to find the most convenient
method to ensure the safety
and well being of
our candidates and staff members. No
face to face contact is required and induction training will also be completed
online for those who are successful in securing a position with us.