Manager, Court Practice

Contribute to the delivery of a corrections system that keeps our communities safe
- Have direct oversight of court order management, court services teams and community partnerships
- Full time, ongoing position working across beautiful Gippsland

Working and living in Gippsland
Escape from city life to explore Gippsland, from Phillip Island to Bairnsdale, and be rewarded with unspoilt beaches, lakes and mountains offering natural landscapes of unparalleled beauty. Take your pick from distinct regional pockets with visits to quaint seaside villages, alpine towns and farming communities. Relax on unspoilt beaches, fill up on farm-fresh produce, locally produced wines and beers or get active on the region's lakes, rivers and mountain ranges.
Relax at the Port of Sale precinct with its selection of cafes and restaurants, or check out the local artistic talents at the renowned Gippsland Art Gallery. A short drive from Sale is the eye catching Ninety Mile Beach, or experience the best of the beach and the lakes in one location at Loch Sport.
You can walk for quiet miles along coastal trails, through national parks and on peaceful country lanes, breathing in ocean-fresh air. Swim, fish, dine al fresco at lakeside restaurants and pubs, picnic by a river or take a stroll through waterfront villages. All of this is at your doorstep living and working in Gippsland
About the role
As the Manager Court Practice, you will oversee the operations of Community Correctional Services including having direct oversight of the court order management and court services teams. You will play a key role in developing community partnerships with the courts and local police. This is a full time, ongoing position which will oversee staff and operations in West Gippsland, with the choice to based across Warragul, Wonthaggi or Morwell. Travel to the CCS offices on occasion will be required.
You will be required to participate in the “on call” after hours Duty Director system as rostered.

**To be successful in this role you will have**:

- extensive case management experience with complex and high risk clients
- extensive understanding of best practice risk minimisation and therapeutic initiatives
- experience in managing teams and resources ensuring smooth delivery of services
- an ability to monitor financial performance, resource and staffing requirements.

A relevant qualification in social work, human services or criminal justice discipline, with work experience in a similar field is also desirable.

**For more details regarding this position, please contact**:

- Leanne Sheppard - Regional General Manager on 0417 055 998.

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 leadership training, an employee assistance program, access to job opportunities across the Victorian Government, salary packaging and much more.

**FOR INTERNAL VPS EMPLOYEES**:
How to apply
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

**IMPORTANT INFORMATION**:
The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic).
Therefore, there is a requirement that all DJCS employees be fully vaccinated (two vaccinations plus a booster) against COVID-19 in order to undertake duties outside of their homes.
Prior to commencement of employment with the department you will need to provide evidence that you are vaccinated against COVID-19.