Court Support Officer

At the Department of Justice, we are seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our Victims Support Services team as a Court Support and Liaison Officer. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of adult and child victims of family violence.

This role was established in response to the implementation of the Safe at Home program, which aims to provide guidance, information, support, assistance, and empowerment for those affected by family violence.

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous Australians, people living with disability, mature age workers, and LGBTIQA+ individuals. Our department values diversity and inclusion, and we are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the community we serve.

The successful candidate will assist adults and child victims of crime by providing:

Information about court processes and terminology;
Support throughout the court process;
Referrals to appropriate support services;
Practical assistance with attending court and other appointments;
Transportation and accompaniment to court, police interviews, medical appointments, and support services;
In addition, you will be responsible for operating as a member of the Safe at Home interdepartmental project team, providing high-level administrative support to the Victims Assistance Unit, and liaising with Divisional Managers and community-based organisations.

To be successful in this role, you will require a Current Drivers Licence and relevant qualifications in counselling and/or trauma counselling or a similar discipline.

We offer a permanent, part-time position with 44.10 hours per fortnight, flexible options available. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, please inform us.

Please note that a pre-employment check will be conducted prior to appointment, promotion, or transfer.