Assistant Director, Therapeutic and Client Services | Full-time Permanent

3 weeks ago


Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

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: ABOUT US:

The ACT Courts and Tribunal (ACTCT) supports the proper administration of justice by providing high quality support to judicial officers and tribunal members and high-quality services to those using the courts and tribunal. It provides the Supreme Court, Magistrates Court and ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal (ACAT) with registry, court support, forensic, corporate, and strategic services.

Please note, the nature of the organisation is such that staff may be exposed to sensitive material or information that may be confronting and culturally sensitive. The ACTCT provides support services and training to assist staff in being culturally aware, resilient, and safe in the workplace.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

The Assistant Director, Therapeutic and Client Services primary role is to ensure the delivery of all support services to the ACT Supreme Court, ACT Magistrates Court and the ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal (ACAT) to minimise barriers for vulnerable witnesses to participation in judicial processes wherever possible. The role leads a team to ensure support to courts and tribunal users who require reasonable adjustments or adaptations in order to safely attend and participate in their court matters and manages the day-to-day operations of the Remote Witness Suites. As such, the attributes of the Assistant Director, Therapeutic and Client Services needs to be client centred, and practice within trauma informed frameworks. The person requires exceptional coordination and liaison skill, to build and maintain important stakeholder and client relationships.

The person will also be experienced in communications and technologies, as this position also supports and oversees the recording, storage and editing of digitally recorded video evidence, across both the Magistrates and Supreme Courts.

CONTACT OFFICER:

Those who are interested in applying for this position are encouraged to reach out to the contact officer by emailing to arrange a time to discuss the position.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Eligibility/Other requirements:

To be eligible for permanent employment within the ACT Public Service you must be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check. Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) - Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - This position does not require a pre-employment medical.

Notes: A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.



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