Koori Family Violence Principal Practitioner, Koori
6 days ago
About us
The Magistrates' Court of Victoria (MCV) is a jurisdiction within the Court Services Victoria statutory authority, and has a long history of providing justice for the people of Victoria in metropolitan and regional courts across the state. The Court determines in excess of 300,000 cases per annum at 51 venues, equating to approximately 90 per cent of all cases that come before Victorian courts each year. The Court aims to be an innovative, accessible and responsive court that provides quality services to the Victorian community.
About the role
The Koori Family Violence Principal Practitioner provides expert knowledge and guidance on family violence in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community in the context of the Courts and its practice when engaging with court users.
The role is responsible for leading family violence centred practice and culture for the Koori Family Violence Unit that integrates evidence from research, consistent court practices, best practice, the Dhelk Dja action plan and the Aboriginal Justice Agreement.
The Koori Family Violence Principal Practitioner will provide support and leadership to Koori Family Violence Practice Managers and Practitioners across Victoria, whilst developing and leading the continuous improvement of the MCV practice response to family violence in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities across Victoria.
The Koori Family Violence Principal Practitioner will also play a lead role contributing to the ongoing reform of family violence services in Magistrates' Courts across Victoria.
This position is an Aboriginal Designated Position in accordance with Court Services Victoria Designated Positions policy. This position is classified under ‘special measures', section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.
About you
Applicants with substantial experience in family violence, criminal justice, community welfare or related areas but without formal qualifications will be considered for this role.
Relevant qualifications in social work, psychology, social sciences, Aboriginal health or a similar field are highly desirable.
How to apply
- resume
- a short covering letter
For further information on the position, please see the attached position description.
**Other Information**:
Court Services Victoria (CSV) is the employer of staff at all Victorian courts and tribunals, the Judicial College of Victoria, and the Judicial Commission of Victoria. CSV offers a wide range of legal and non-legal career options as well as attractive employee benefits. Employees of Court Services Victoria are required to comply with any applicable government pandemic order, as well as any policy implemented by Court Services Victoria, in relation to mandatory vaccinations against COVID-19. It is a condition of any offer of employment that applicants for vacant roles with Court Services Victoria agree to comply with any applicable pandemic order or policy regarding mandatory vaccinations.
CSV is committed to building a diverse workforce, inclusive culture, providing a safe and respectful workplace and has zero tolerance for violence against women. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment.
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