Senior Case Manager - Countering Violent Extremism

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?

• Help protect people and communities through focused case management work.
• Lead tailored support for people at risk of violent extremism.
• Use your judgement to guide complex cases and reduce risk.
• Make a direct difference while working with a skilled specialist team.
• Fixed-term, full-time role until 30th June 2028 earning $116,413 - $128,631 per year, plus super.

What you will do

As senior case manager – countering violent extremism operations, you will guide complex case work.

You will help deliver two therapeutic case management schemes across Victoria.

You will:

• manage tailored case plans, risk checks and therapeutic interventions;
• coordinate services and review each person's progress and needs;
• support people who show challenging behaviour with calm, clear direction;
• prepare detailed reports, briefings and advice for decision-makers;
• improve case guidelines and daily work while meeting legal requirements.

About you

A qualification in social work, psychology, allied health or a related field is desirable.

You should bring strong case management skills and experience with complex needs.

You should also have:

• strong case management skills, including risk assessment and planning for complex cases;
• practical experience delivering tailored support to address risk and individual needs;
• sound judgement when improving case guidelines and meeting legal requirements;
• clear communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills in sensitive situations.

To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Megan Macadam at ***************@justice.vic.gov.au.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.

How to apply

Please click the Apply button on 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.

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.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

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.