Intake andamp; Triage Supervisor

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We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?

• Manage a team of FAS Intake and Triage Officer to deliver an inclusive, trauma informed and victim focused service to Aboriginal victims of crime.
• Ongoing position - Multiple Roles
• VPS4: $92,332 - $104,762 + superannuation

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking an Intake & Triage Supervisor to support the daily operation of the FAS Intake and Triage function, providing specialised support to Aboriginal victims of crime.

This is a prioritised role for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, who will be given priority consideration as per the special measures provision of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.

About the Business Unit

This is an exciting opportunity to deliver a major new initiative for victims of crime. The FAS is a landmark reform that will replace the judicially based Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal with an administrative scheme that prioritises the needs of victims and supports their recovery from violent crime.

The FAS is highly anticipated by victims and stakeholders and represents a major leap forward in government's response to victims of crime. Established under the Victims of Crime (Financial Assistance Scheme) Act 2022 the FAS will provide financial assistance through a simple and easy to navigate process that is fair, sensitive, and responsive to victims' needs. It will acknowledge the harm done and be trauma informed, inclusive, and culturally safe.

Reporting to the FAS Senior Manager – Operations, with practice leadership from the Assessment Manager, you will be responsible for the management of a team of specialist Intake and Triage Officers working primarily with Aboriginal victims of crime. This role oversees the team which provides the first point of contact for