Aboriginal Advanced Case Manager - Melbourne

Corrections Victoria Community Corrections; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary with VPS-aligned salary

Generous leave entitlements

Comprehensive training

Job summary

Corrections Victoria Community Corrections in Melbourne seeks an Aboriginal Advanced Case Manager to drive culturally informed case management for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal clients. You will support individuals with complex needs and serious offences, guiding rehabilitation and reducing reoffending within a strong community framework.

The role emphasizes developing cultural support plans, advising leadership, and collaborating with Aboriginal organisations.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering case management with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal clients.
• Ability to communicate sensitively with Aboriginal communities.
• Knowledge of issues affecting Aboriginal people in the justice system.
• Experience applying evidence-based case management for individuals with complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver meaningful case management for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal clients, focusing on behaviour change and completing correctional orders.
• Create tailored cultural support plans to meet the needs of Aboriginal clients.
• Assess risk factors and develop individualised case plans to support rehabilitation and reduce reoffending.
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders on culturally safe approaches to working with Aboriginal clients.
• Build partnerships with Aboriginal organisations and support services to improve access to resources.
• Attend Koori Court to provide advice and support where needed.

Job description

Aboriginal Advanced Case Manager - Melbourne

Corrections Victoria Community Corrections – Melbourne VIC

$100,894 - $114,476 a year

Full time, Permanent

16h ago , from Corrections Victoria Community Corrections

• Ongoing, Full Time opportunity based in Melbourne
• Make a difference in reducing over representation of Aboriginal people in the criminal justice system
• Salary banding of $100,894 - $114,476 plus superannuation

This is a prioritised role for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, who will be given priority consideration as per the special measures provision of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. We're looking for a committed and culturally knowledgeable Aboriginal Advanced Case Manager to join our team and help create safer, stronger communities—one person at a time.

In this vital role, you'll work with both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal clients, supporting individuals with complex needs and those who have committed serious offences. Using a strengths-based, culturally informed approach, you'll help guide them through their rehabilitation journey while contributing to positive outcomes for the broader community.

You'll also play a key role in shaping how we support Aboriginal clients—providing expert advice, developing cultural support plans, and working closely with Aboriginal organisations and the Koori Court.

What You'll Be Doing

• Delivering meaningful case management for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal clients, focused on behaviour change and completing correctional orders.
• Creating tailored cultural support plans to meet the specific needs of Aboriginal clients.
• Assessing risk factors and developing individualised case plans that support rehabilitation and reduce reoffending.
• Providing expert advice to senior leaders and community-based teams on culturally safe and effective approaches to working with Aboriginal clients.
• Building strong partnerships with Aboriginal organisations and support services to improve access to culturally appropriate resources.
• Attending Koori Court to provide advice and support where needed.

About You

We're seeking someone who brings a deep understanding of the Victorian Aboriginal community, along with strong case management skills and a genuine passion for supporting others.

You'll have:

• A proven ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal people and communities.
• Strong knowledge of the issues affecting Aboriginal people in the justice system.
• Experience in applying evidence-based case management frameworks, especially with individuals with complex needs.
• The ability to apply theory to practice—identifying risk, planning interventions, and supporting behaviour change.
• A mindset focused on continuous improvement and innovation.

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.

Find out more working with the department

https://www.justice.vic.gov.au/careers/aboriginal-torres-strait-islander-employment

Aboriginal applicants are welcome to utilise support from the Aboriginal Recruitment Team throughout the recruitment process and are encouraged to contact ***************@justice.vic.gov.au if they would like cultural support and guidance through the application process.

For Aboriginal Designated and Prioritised positions, a Certificate of Aboriginality (CoA) will be required prior to an offer of employment being made.

To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.

For more details regarding this position, please contact:

• Divya Verma – Manager Court Practice on 0407 913 *** OR ***********@justice.vic.gov.au

Why work with us?

• A fair salary with yearly increases in line with the VPS agreement
• Generous leave entitlements
• Comprehensive training when you commence and throughout your career
• Secondment and promotion opportunities
• Read about how you will be supported in your role with CCS

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.