The Office of Public Prosecutions (OPP) is an independent statutory authority responsible for preparing and conducting criminal prosecutions in Victoria on behalf of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). Matters prosecuted by the DPP and the OPP involve serious crimes or matters that are of significance to the fair and effective operation of the Victorian criminal justice system.

The OPP consists of the Solicitor for Public Prosecutions and a staff of approximately 380 providing legal and corporate support to the DPP, the Chief Crown Prosecutor and Crown Prosecutors in the exercise of their independent roles in the criminal justice system.

The OPP is committed to providing information and support to victims and witnesses of serious crime during the court process.

About the role

Social Workers provide assistance to victims, witnesses and their families from within the prosecution service, as an integral part of the prosecution service's Legal Practice. They also support solicitors and prosecutors to keep victims and witnesses informed through the prosecution process. Information and assistance is provided before court hearings at legal conferences and after court hearings at debriefings. This position works as part of multidisciplinary team with solicitors and prosecutors to help ensure the rights of victims are met in accordance with the Victims' Charter.

In this role you will be responsible for providing assistance to victims, witnesses and their families from within the prosecution service. You will also support solicitors and prosecutors to keep victims and witnesses informed through the prosecution process.

The position is Melbourne based, however will require travel to country Victoria to assist victims and witnesses involved in the prosecution of indictable offences. Such travel can involve multi-night stays when assigned to regional circuit courts. A vehicle and overnight accommodation are provided as required.

As our ideal candidate you will:

• Be passionate about helping us achieve our vision to make a positive difference to the community through the justice system;
• Have extensive case management experience
• Enjoy working collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

For more information please refer to the attached Position Description.