Social Work Team Leader

1 week ago


Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Office of Public Prosecutions Full time
Full Time, Fixed Term - 12 Months.

The Office of Public Prosecutions (OPP) has an opportunity for a highly motivated leader to join our organisation as a Social Work Team Leader within our Victims and Witness Assistance Services Team.

Successful incumbent will provide operational leadership and professional supervision to a small team of Social Workers based in a Trial Division.


About the Social Worker Role:

  • Supervise and support to a small team of social workers within a Trial Division and support them on a daytoday basis to meet the operational requirements of the Office.
  • Ensure adequate planning to optimise staffing and other resources, to ensure referral and support needs are met and cases are managed appropriately through the prosecution process.
  • Cooperate with solicitors and other stakeholders, to ensure victims and witnesses are well informed and prepared for court hearings and criminal justice processes.
  • Strong ability to supervise, engage and motivate a small group of social workers, and provide professional supervision as required.
  • Demonstrated ability and experience in working with grief, loss and trauma, in particular a deep understanding of the impact of sexual assault on adults and children.
  • Extensive case management experience which including providing assistance, information and referral to clients in complex cases.

Relevant Knowledge and Experience:

  • A qualification in social work, psychology or a related discipline and a valid Victorian driver's licence is essential.
For further information, please refer to the attached Position Description.
Applications close 11:59pm Wednesday 19 June 2024

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