Mental Health and Disability Case Investigator

About Us

Court Services Victoria provides corporate services and facilities to support the performance of the judicial, quasi-judicial and administrative functions of Victoria's courts and tribunal, Judicial College and Judicial Commission.

Collectively, Victoria's Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners courts, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), the Judicial College of Victoria, the Judicial Commission of Victoria, and Court Services Victoria (CSV) are referred to as the 'Courts Group'.

Our people enable the Courts Group to deliver on each jurisdiction's own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are interconnected and deliver benefits more broadly.

The Coroners Court of Victoria (CCOV) has three functions:

1. Independently investigating deaths and fires. Certain deaths and fires are reported to Coroners for independent investigation. Their investigations seek to establish the facts - when, where, how and why the death or fire happened.

2. Reducing preventable deaths. Wherever possible, the Coroner will suggest ways to prevent similar deaths or fires by making well informed and practical recommendations, based on the evidence before them.

3. Promoting public health and safety and the administration of justice. CCOV regularly reports on data and trends regarding preventable deaths in Victoria to help inform public health responses.

For more information on the Coroners Court of Victoria, please visit

About the Role

Are you passionate about improving public health and safety through evidence-based research and investigation? Join the Coroners Prevention Unit (CPU)—a unique, multidisciplinary team supporting coroners to prevent future deaths in Victoria.

As the Mental Health and Disability Case Investigator, you will play a critical role in coronial investigations involving individuals with mental health conditions or disabilities, particularly those who died while in care. You will:

• Conduct in-depth reviews of medical, legal, and policy documents.

• Analyse data and literature to identify systemic issues and contributing factors.

• Prepare clear, evidence-based advice and recommendations for coroners.

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to inform investigations.

• Communicate complex findings to a range of audiences, including coroners and court leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and summarise mental health and disability-related records.

• Conduct critical analysis of treatment adequacy and risk assessments.

• Identify relevant policies and engage stakeholders to inform investigations.

• Draft high-quality, sensitive, and legally appropriate reports and recommendations.

• Work collaboratively across CPU teams and the Coroners Court of Victoria.

About You

You are a highly effective communicator with a strong background in mental health and a passion for public health outcomes. You will bring:

• Experience in the area mental health with further experience in disability sector (desirable).

• Demonstrated experience in research and analysis with the ability to synthesise complex concepts into concise reports

• Exceptional organisational skills to plan and manage in depth case loads

• A team player who builds strong relationships across disciplines.

How to apply

Click the 'Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application:

• Resume.

• A cover letter (not exceeding two pages) demonstrating attributes and experience relevant to the role (see the Key Selection criteria in the Position Description).

• A short response to the following wellbeing question (in addition to the two pages above the following questions must be answered).

Question: Our mental health is just as important as our physical health particularly when it comes to meeting the daily challenges in our life. What strategies do you use to look after your mental health?

Other information

CSV is the employer of staff at Courts Group. CSV has a firm commitment through its Koori Employment Plan to increase participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across our workforce.

We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. Those from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of all ages, with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and those who are neurodiverse, are encouraged to apply.

We aim to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.

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 email the contact person listed in the advertisement.

As part of our commitment to a safe and respectful workplace, we conduct pre-employment checks, including but not limited to, reference checks, police checks and misconduct screening. These checks are handled confidentially and with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both our candidates and the organisation.