Advanced Practitioner - Dandenong

Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC; City of Greater Dandenong; On-site; AUD 97,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in Victoria is seeking an Advanced Practitioner to manage high-risk individuals on community correction orders. You will conduct risk assessments, develop case plans, and mentor a team. This role offers a salary of $97,955 - $111,142 and a focus on community rehabilitation. Join us in making a positive impact on community safety and supporting individuals to change their lives.

Benefits

Generous leave entitlements

Flexible work options

Ongoing training and professional development

Employee wellbeing support

Salary packaging options

Discounted health insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in case management with complex and high-risk individuals.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviours effectively.
• Strong leadership skills to mentor a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk and needs assessments.
• Develop case plans and write high-quality reports.
• Coordinate services and care teams.
• Deliver targeted interventions.

Skills

Case management with complex clients

Confidence and communication skills

Leadership and motivation

Commitment to rehabilitation

Drive to contribute to community safety

Job description

• Work in a team dedicated to helping people make positive changes to their lives
• 2 x Fixed Term, full time positions based in Dandenong through to May 2026 and July 2026
• Earn $97,955 - $111,142 per year (plus super) with guaranteed yearly increases.

Make a Real Impact in Community Safety. Join Community Correctional Services (CCS) as an Advanced Practitioner

At Community Correctional Services (CCS), we work every day to reduce reoffending and support safer communities. Through evidence-based case management and rehabilitation, we help individuals address the underlying causes of their offending and create meaningful change in their lives.

We manage people on community-based court orders, post-sentence supervision, and parole. Our focus is on providing the structure, accountability, and support needed for successful reintegration into the community.

CCS are currently recruiting two full time, fixed term positions based in Dandenong through to 31/05/2026 and 31/07/2026.

About the Role

As an Advanced Practitioner, you\'ll manage a caseload of predominantly complex and high-risk individuals sentenced to Community Correction Orders. Your role combines risk assessment, planning, intervention, and behaviour change work — all within a strong compliance and public safety framework.

You will also have the opportunity to lead and mentor a small team of Case Managers and Case Officers, contributing to the professional development of others and the overall performance of your team.

Why This Work Matters

We believe that community-based rehabilitation, when safe and appropriate, is one of the most effective ways to reduce reoffending. As an Advanced Practitioner, you:

• Hear people\'s stories and understand their perspectives
• Hold individuals accountable and support them to change
• Help people reconnect with their community
• Be part of giving someone a second chance

Your work will directly contribute to community safety, and no two days will be the same.

What You\'ll Do

• Conduct risk and needs assessments
• Develop case plans and write high-quality reports
• Coordinate services and care teams
• Deliver targeted interventions to address offending behaviour
• Support individuals to meet court order obligations
• Mentor, lead, and develop case management staff

Who We\'re Looking For

Whether you\'re already working in justice, social work, mental health, or a related field — or ready to take the next step in your CCS career — we want to hear from you.

We\'re looking for people who have:

• Strong experience in case management with complex clients
• Confidence and communication skills to manage challenging behaviours
• A commitment to rehabilitation and accountability
• The ability to lead, support, and motivate a team
• A genuine drive to contribute to community safety

What You\'ll Get

• A fair and competitive salary, with annual increases under the VPS Agreement
• Generous leave entitlements and flexible work options
• A clear and transparent career development framework
• Ongoing training, professional development, and pathways to promotion
• Access to employee wellbeing support
• Salary packaging options and discounted health insurance

You\'ll be supported from day one, with structured onboarding and ongoing guidance throughout your career with CCS. For queries regarding this position, please contact Leala Dowey - Manager, Court Practice on 0407 412 850.

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.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

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.