About Us

Court Services Victoria provides corporate services and facilities to support the performance of the judicial, quasi-judicial and administrative functions of Victoria's courts and tribunal, Judicial College and Judicial Commission. 

Collectively, Victoria's Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners courts, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), the Judicial College of Victoria, the Judicial Commission of Victoria, and Court Services Victoria (CSV) are referred to as the ‘Courts Group'. 

Our people enable the Courts Group to deliver on each jurisdiction's own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are interconnected and deliver benefits more broadly.

CCV

The County Court of Victoria is established pursuant to the County Court Act 1958. It has original and appellate jurisdiction and is the principal trial court in the State of Victoria. The Court hears over 12,000 criminal, common law, and commercial cases each year. The County Court has unlimited monetary jurisdiction in common law and commercial matters. In its criminal jurisdiction, the Court hears all indictable offences except treason, murder, and related offences.

There are a total of 80 Judges of the Court and over 300 staff, including judicial support staff. The County Court regularly conducts circuit sittings at 12 circuit courts situated in major centres throughout regional Victoria.

The County Court is committed to continuous improvement in accordance with the International Framework for Court Excellence. The Court's vision is to be a leader in court excellence, delivering the highest standard of justice to the community and inspiring public confidence in the rule of law.

About the Role

As an Advanced Case Manager within the CCV CISP team, you will play an important part in ensuring participants within the CISP program receive a responsive, coordinated, and integrated support service.  You will contribute to quality assurance, service excellence and monitor and evaluate activities to ensure a high standard of service delivery.

Duties include:

• Providing advanced case management to people on bail with a range of complex needs, with a focus on clients presenting with a high level of risk in a way that is responsive to and inclusive of their diverse needs and backgrounds
• Supporting the identification and implementation of practice improvements that will enhance the quality of the CISP program's response
• Accessing, coordinating and monitoring the delivery of a range of treatments and supports for clients, including housing, alcohol/drug treatment, specialist ABI supports, family violence interventions and mental health treatment
• Identifying client risks and develop risk management and/or harm minimisation strategies in relation to these risks
• Preparing and presenting written court reports and provide expert advice or evidence to the Court, as required
• Developing and maintaining effective and collaborative relationships 
• Actively reflecting upon own practice and identifying and participating in professional development opportunities

This is a fixed term opportunity until 13 April 2027

About You

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years case management experience with a high-risk forensic cohort, preferably with drug and alcohol related treatment issues.  You will be able to demonstrate strengths in:

• having a detailed knowledge of at least one of the service sectors for family violence, disability, mental health or AOD
• written and verbal communication to explain and produce a range of technical concepts and recommendations
• strong problem solving abilities, demonstrating specialist knowledge and expertise to address issues and generate and test a range of solutions
• interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to build strong relationships and have an understanding of others
• stakeholder management, systems thinking and embedding data‑driven improvements
• drive and commitment to achieve goals and objectives for the organisation

Why Apply?

The CCV CISP team highly value collegiality, employee wellbeing, and professional development. You will be supported during your transition into the role and form a part of a multidisciplinary team. Staff development is offered and encouraged. This is a hybrid role, with the opportunity to Work from Home (WFH) up to two days per week. 

Qualifications

A tertiary qualification in social work, psychology, welfare or another relevant field is required.

How to apply

Click the ‘Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application:

• resume 
• a short cover letter
• a copy of any relevant academic transcript

Other information

CSV is the employer of staff at Courts Group. CSV has a firm commitment through its Koori Employment Plan to increase participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across our workforce.

We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. Those from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of all ages, with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and those who are neurodiverse, are encouraged to apply.

We aim to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.

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 email the contact person listed in the advertisement.

As part of our commitment to a safe and respectful workplace, CSV conduct pre-employment checks, including reference checks, police checks and misconduct screening. These checks are handled confidentially, with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both candidates and Court Services Victoria.