Victims Assistance Program Team Leader
Core
Lead the Victims Assistance Program (VAP) to provide case management, risk assessment, safety planning, and advocacy for victims of violent crime, including male survivors of family violence, across Victoria.
Role type
Senior Team Leader, Victim Support & Case Management
Builds
High-quality, prompt case management services and victim-led recovery pathways
Domain
Social Services / Criminal Justice / Family Violence
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Case management, risk assessment, safety planning, advocacy, trauma-informed care, staff supervision, team leadership, knowledge of criminal justice systems, performance management
Preferred skills
Degree in social work or similar, experience with MARAM framework, FVISS, crisis intervention
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Case manage male victim survivors of family violence; supervise and develop a team of workers; provide emotional support and psychological first aid; advocate for clients through police and court processes; manage recruitment and workforce retention; conduct risk assessments and safety planning
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership