CSS Team Leader

Multiple fixed-term roles available until January and March

Lead a multidisciplinary team supporting individuals with complex needs in the justice system

- Work in a collaborative and supportive environment

About Us

Court Services Victoria (CSV) provides corporate and facility services to support the operations of Victoria's courts and tribunals, including the Judicial College and Judicial Commission. Together, these entities form the `Courts Group', which includes the Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners Courts, VCAT, and CSV itself.

The Magistrates' Court of Victoria (MCV), part of the Court Services Victoria statutory authority, plays a vital role in delivering justice across metropolitan and regional areas. Handling over 300,000 cases annually at 51 venues, MCV accounts for around 90% of all cases heard in Victorian courts. The Court is committed to being innovative, accessible, and responsive, providing high-quality services to the Victorian community.

Court Services lead the development and implementation of solution-focused and therapeutic justice approaches. These specialist programs address the root causes of offending, aiming to break the cycle of repeat court appearances and support long-term positive outcomes.

About the Role

These leadership roles oversee the daily delivery of the CISP and ARC/ICS programs at Melbourne Magistrates' Court, supporting clients with complex needs. They manage multidisciplinary teams, collaborate with key stakeholders, and ensure high-quality, inclusive service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations, staff supervision, and client case management

Provide expert advice on program eligibility, referrals, and treatment options

Collaborate with judiciary, legal professionals, and court staff

Make informed decisions regarding client risk and support needs

Ensure inclusive, person-centred service delivery and continuous improvement

Manage resources and maintain fiscal integrity

- Direct line management responsibilities

Our benefits

• We care about your health and wellbeing and have partnered with Fitness Passport, an initiative that allows you to access significantly discounted fitness membership program

Peer Support Program designed to help create a safe and supportive workplace where colleagues look out for each other

Koori staff network to enhance support for Koori staff and ensure that appropriate networks and services are readily available

- Ongoing professional development within a collaborative and supportive work environment

About You

Relevant tertiary qualification (Diploma or higher) in case management, psychology, social work, occupational therapy, or related field

Experience supporting clients with complex needs, ideally in areas such as mental health, substance use, family violence, or homelessness

Ability to supervise case managers, with expertise in clinical risk assessment and mitigation

- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships across the court system

How to apply

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

resume

• a short cover letter

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, CSV conduct pre-employment checks, including reference checks, police checks and misconduct screening. These checks are handled confidentially, with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both candidates and Court Services Victoria.