At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and enhance custodial practices to support rehabilitation and improve outcomes.
- Company: Join the Department of Justice and Community Safety, committed to making Victoria safer.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth and collaboration in a diverse team.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of women in custody and contribute to community safety.
- Qualifications: Experience in trauma-informed approaches and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking a Manager, Professional Practice to provide a critical role at Dame Phyllis Frost Centre.
About the Business Unit:
Corrections Victoria operates Victoria's adult prison, post-sentence and community corrections systems. Its vision is for Safer Prisons, Safer People, Safer Communities. Corrections Victoria's mission is to create a safer, smarter system with a skilled and supported workforce, that enables people in our care to make better decisions.
Dame Phyllis Frost Centre is a maximum-security women's correctional facility located in the western suburbs of Melbourne, accommodating up to 442 women in custody. The centre delivers gender-responsive and trauma-informed services that recognise the complex experiences and pathways of women engaged in the justice system.
About the Role:
The Manager Professional Practice is a key member of the prison management team, contributing to the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of the facility while leading the implementation of the Professional Practice Model. The role provides specialist practice expertise across the prison, driving continuous improvement and embedding evidence-based approaches aligned with the Correctional Practice Framework.
Some of your duties will include:
- Leading the implementation and continuous improvement of the Professional Practice Model.
- Providing specialist advice, coaching and practice support to custodial staff and leaders.
- Designing and facilitating training and capability-building initiatives.
- Monitoring and analysing practice, performance and operational data.
- Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Contributing to policy development and organisational change activities.
About you:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Demonstrated experience applying evidence-based, trauma-informed and person-centred approaches.
- Strong ability to provide practice leadership and strategic guidance.
- Proven experience developing capability through coaching and mentoring.
- Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
- Experience leading or contributing to strategic projects.
Qualifications/requirements:
The following qualifications are desirable:
- Tertiary qualifications in psychology, social work, criminology, human services, or related disciplines.
- Tertiary qualifications in training, assessment, teaching, or education.
- Formal training or certification in trauma-informed practice or other evidence-based correctional approaches.
- Certificate IV in Correctional Practice (CSC40120).
IMPORTANT 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 aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with.
Manager, Professional Practice in Melbourne employer: Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC
The Department of Justice and Community Safety in Melbourne is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a culturally safe environment while driving systemic change within the justice system for the Aboriginal community. With a strong commitment to employee growth, the department offers meaningful opportunities to engage with the community and contribute to impactful reparations initiatives, all within a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises self-determination and respect for Aboriginal voices.
Contact Details:
Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC Recruitment Team
