Aboriginal Advanced Case Manager - Melbourne

Victorian Government; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

The Victorian Government’s Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking an Aboriginal Advanced Case Manager to join our team in Melbourne. You will deliver meaningful case management for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal clients, with a focus on behaviour change and correcting orders, while building culturally safe supports.

You will develop tailored cultural support plans, assess risk factors, and collaborate with Aboriginal organisations and community services to reduce reoffending.

Qualifications

• Delivery of meaningful case management for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal clients with focus on behaviour change and orders.
• Creation of tailored cultural support plans to meet Aboriginal client needs.
• Assessment of risk factors and development of individualised case plans to support rehabilitation.
• Providing expert advice to senior leaders and community teams on culturally safe approaches.
• Building partnerships with Aboriginal organisations and support services to improve access to resources.
• Attending Koori Court to provide advice and support where needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver meaningful case management for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal clients, focused on behaviour change and completing correctional orders.
• Create tailored cultural support plans to meet the specific needs of Aboriginal clients.
• Assess risk factors and develop individualised case plans that support rehabilitation and reduce reoffending.
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders and community-based teams on culturally safe approaches to working with Aboriginal clients.
• Build partnerships with Aboriginal organisations and support services to improve access to culturally appropriate resources.

Skills

Case management

Cultural safety

Risk assessment

Stakeholder collaboration

Aboriginal engagement

Job description

Occupation: Prison and corrective services

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: DJCS/8588A

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?

• 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.

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.

• 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'll also provide you with professional development opportunities, an employee assistance program, access to job opportunities across the Victorian Government, salary packaging and much more.

• A fair salary with yearly increases in line with the VPS agreement
• Generous leave entitlements
• Transparent performance framework
• Employee Wellbeing support
• Comprehensive training when you commence and throughout your career
• Secondment and promotion opportunities

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 [e-mail] 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.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, nationally coordinated criminal history checks (NCCHC), and misconduct screening. Dependant on the role, other checks may include VicRoads checks, drivers licence checks, medical checks, Working with Children Checks, and Declaration of Private Interests (for executive and responsible officer roles).

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.

This is an Aboriginal Prioritised position, a 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.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are welcome to utilise support from the Aboriginal Recruitment Team throughout the recruitment process. Aboriginal candidates are encouraged to contact [e-mail] if they would like cultural support and guidance through the application process.

*Please note - this will be a 12 month contract for those who do not identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander*

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 a re impacted by our work.

Applications close Wednesday 4 November 2026 at 11.59pm