[Hiring] Family Violence Hearing Practitioner @Magistrates Court

Role Description

Join the Magistrates' Court of Victoria's Remote Hearing Support Service (RHSS) and make a meaningful difference in the lives of people affected by family violence. Working within a supportive and collaborative team, you will provide trauma-informed support to help affected family members safely participate in court proceedings, whether in person or remotely. In this role you will:

• Provide non-legal support, risk assessment, safety planning and referrals to victim survivors of family violence.
• Support clients throughout their court journey, before, during and after hearings.
• Work closely with Victoria Police, legal services, courts and community organisations to coordinate client support.
• Develop strong referral pathways and stakeholder relationships across the family violence and justice sectors.
• Maintain high-quality case notes, records and reporting in line with legislative and organisational requirements.
• Travel is required to designated remote hearing locations, court locations, stakeholder meetings and information sessions as required.
• Flexibility to work across various locations across Latrobe/Bairnsdale and Melbourne.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in social work, psychology, social sciences, or a related discipline are desirable.
• Demonstrated understanding of the Family Violence Protection Act 2008, MARAM, FVISS, CISS, and the Victoria Police Code of Practice.
• Knowledge of court processes and intervention order applications is desirable.
• Experience supporting individuals affected by family violence, trauma, or complex needs will be highly regarded.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, risk assessment and communication skills, with a commitment to culturally safe and client-centred practice.

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.