At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we are looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place. We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We're all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we'd love to hear from you. 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. 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. For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers We are proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it? Join the team that shapes forensic intervention in Victoria and create a bigger change. Work on complex cases with a unique group Enjoy world-class training and wellbeing support Flexible work options and locations If you're looking to challenge yourself, join a supportive multidisciplinary team and build your clinical reputation, you'll love the work at Forensic Intervention Services (FIS). We are a specialist program area of Corrections Victoria doing innovative work in areas such as violent and sexual offending, alcohol and other drugs, violent extremism and restorative justice. We're looking for people with experience in psychology, social work, mental health nursing or occupational therapy to become clinicians. Whether you're looking to build skills, enjoy more variety or make your mark in an exciting field, this is career defining work with a complex group you won't get access to anywhere else. Opportunities are available in metro Melbourne, the Geelong area and regional locations. "I do this work because I believe it is vitally important to try to prevent further victims of serious sexual and violent offences. The work is extraordinary and complex, bringing intellectual challenge, self-analysis, purpose, a sense of achievement, and an array of interesting, dedicated colleagues" FIS Clinician How we'll support and reward you Our work can be demanding so we offer first-rate training and support. A specialised induction program for new clinical staff (including foundation, theory, and mentored on-the-job training) Exposure to national and international experts in forensic work. Mental health and wellbeing care - essential debriefing for the first 12 months for new forensic practitioners. Supervision by senior clinical staff with support on a day-to-day basis. Ongoing professional development including clinical scholarship, research program and study leave opportunities. Annual Leadership Forum and Conference for technical and professional development. Registration or professional association membership funded annually (e.g. PBA/AHPRA, AASW) Relocation
