Supervisor, Community Work and Partnerships

Supervisor, Community Work and Partnerships - North Metro Location: Melbourne - Northern Metro Job Function: Prison and Corrective Services Work Type: Ongoing - full time About this role Ongoing, full-time position based in the North Metro Region, with potential additional positions across the wider region Promote rehabilitation through meaningful community work Join a supportive and collaborative team About us Community Correctional Services (CCS) contributes to the safety of the community by applying practicesthat reduce reoffendingandconnect individuals toprograms,servicesand community. CCS provides management of individuals on court orders, people who have committed serious sex offences on post sentence supervision and prisoners on parole. Community Work and Partnerships is one of four service delivery streams within CCS. We are responsible for the development of mutually beneficial partnerships with government agencies and non-government organisations so that individuals can undertake unpaid work as part of their community-based sentence imposed by the Courts of Victoria. About the role: As the Supervisor, you will lead a team of Community Work Officers, Community Work Development Officers, Leading Field Officers and Field Officers. You will also work closely with the community to establish partnerships that promote opportunities for individuals to participate in meaningful work that promotes rehabilitation and enhances community safety. This position is temporarily based in Coolaroo, whilst the new office in Epping is finalised. Travel to other locations across the North West Metro region may be required. To be successful in this role, you will have: Exceptional operational leadership ability; The ability to mentor, coach and develop your team; experience in effectively marketing and developing community partnership strategies; a strong focus on operational service delivery; excellent verbal and written communication skills. This is your opportunity to make your mark in CCS and the broader communities of the region by demonstrating your leadership skills and ability to develop valued community partnerships. Why work with us? Generous leave entitlements Comprehensive training when you commence and throughout your career For more details regarding this position, please review the position description or contact Irena Peraica – Manager, Community Work and Partnerships on . 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 reference checks, national police checks and misconduct screening. Dependant on the role, other checks may include VicRoads checks, drivers licence checks, medical checks, Working with Children Checks, and Declaration of Private Interests (for executive and responsible officer roles). 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 get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr