Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 27th Jul 2021
At ACSO, we look for people who believe in second chances, who share our values and are passionate about supporting forensic clients to re integrate back into the community. If this sounds like you, read on!
The Australian Community Support Organisation (ACSO) is a vibrant, values driven NFP, focused on partnering with Government and the community to co-design services that create real social change. We are an organisation with a bold vision to create a safe and inclusive community where prison truly is the last resort. Our purpose is to strengthen the wellbeing of our communities by advocating for and delivering services which divert people away from the justice system.
This program aims to address the diverse and complex needs of forensic clients who are transitioning from prison and who require a supported residential setting. The Forensic Case Workers will, in collaboration with Corrections Victoria, provide an effective, flexible and responsive after-hours and response to clients on post-sentence orders. You will be responsible for working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support our clients achieve positive outcomes with respect to their identified needs and goals.
To learn more about this program, check out the program summary under the 'job attachments' tab on our careers site.
If you think you'd be a great fit for the role - we'd love to hear from you!
To apply and view the position description (PD), please visit our careers website and provide a copy of your resume, a brief covering letter and a document outlining responses to the selection criteria found in the PD.
To learn more about this position, please contact Michael Wood, Acting Team Leader - STEP, on 0407 924 784.
Please note, as ACSO is an NDIS provider, the successful candidate must hold an NDIS Worker Screening Check Clearance before they commence employment in this position.
ACSO proudly acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as Australia's first peoples and pay respect to their rich culture, lores, customs and elders past and present. We strongly embrace the spirit of reconciliation and continue working towards ensuring an equal voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, particularly those who have been touched by the justice system.
The Australian Community Support Organisation embraces diversity within its workforce and encourages applications from appropriately qualified and skilled people regardless of their background. All suitable applicants for this role will be considered regardless of age, ability, race, gender expression, sex, cultural background, spiritual beliefs or lived experience.