Aboriginal Intensive Support Practitioner - South Region | Melbourne - Southern Metro

Job Description

• Make a lasting impact on young Aboriginal lives and your community
• 2 x Full time, ongoing positions based in Dandenong or Frankston 
• Comprehensive training and development provided

This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under ‘special measures' of Section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated and values-led Aboriginal Intensive Support Practitioner to provide culturally safe, intensive case management to Aboriginal young people involved in the youth justice system.

This is a dynamic, people-centred role where no two days are the same. You'll work alongside young people at different stages of their justice journey — including on bail, exiting custody, or subject to Youth Justice Orders — supporting diversion, rehabilitation and reintegration into community.

The role recognises the over-representation of Aboriginal young people in the justice system and places culture, connection and self-determination at the centre of practice. You'll collaborate closely with families, Elders, Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations and local services to deliver holistic, wraparound support that creates real change.

You'll be part of the Youth Justice team, which provides community-based supervision and case management for young people appearing before the Children's Court, Children's Koori Court and adult criminal courts.

We are recruiting two full-time, ongoing positions each based in Dandenong and Frankston. You may also be required to work across the region as part of service delivery.

What you'll do

• Deliver culturally safe, strengths-based intensive case management for Aboriginal young people
• Build trusting relationships with young people, families and community
• Support young people to meet court and order requirements while working toward positive life outcomes
• Coordinate and collaborate with a wide range of services across justice, health, education, housing and community sectors
• Advocate for young people and ensure their voices are heard in planning and decision-making
• Contribute to a supportive, values-driven team culture

About you

Please note, this is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under ‘special measures' of Section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.

You're motivated by purpose, connection and making a difference. You bring:

• Strong knowledge of Victorian Aboriginal communities, cultures and contemporary challenges
• An understanding of the Youth Justice system and relevant legislation
• Experience in case management, assessment and working with young people with complex needs
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• A full Victorian driver's licence
• A current employee Working with Children Check

A Bachelor of Social Work or Advanced Diploma in Community Services is highly desirable. Other tertiary qualifications (Advanced Diploma or higher) will be considered where they include relevant case management units and supervised placements.

Why work with us?

At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we're committed to creating a workplace that is culturally safe, supportive and grounded in respect. We offer:

• A meaningful role where your work makes a real difference every day
• Variety and challenge — no two days are the same
• A fair salary with annual increases under the VPS agreement
• Generous leave entitlements and wellbeing supports
• Comprehensive training when you commence and ongoing professional development
• Secondment and promotion opportunities
• Corporate discounts and salary packaging options

For more details regarding this position please contact Brianna Colautti - Team Manager on 0428 143 549 or  Brianna.colautti@justice.vic.gov.au .

How to apply 

Please click the Apply button at the bottom of this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, please reach out to the contact person listed on this ad.

Applicants are welcome to utilise support from the Aboriginal Workforce Unit throughout the recruitment process. Aboriginal candidates are encouraged to contact Aboriginalworkforce@justice.vic.gov.au if they would like cultural support and guidance through the application process. Please visit https://www.justice.vic.gov.au/careers/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-island-employment for further information.

CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT:

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.