• Work with Victims of Violent Crime|3 days|fixed term to January 26th 2027
• Make a difference to vulnerable people experiencing the criminal justice system
• Immerse yourself in a fast paced, vibrant, passionate environment
  
  

About us

At Anglicare Victoria our focus is on transforming the futures of children and young people, families and adults. Our work is based on three guiding pillars, Prevent, Protect, Empower. We offer a comprehensive network of services and seek to ensure the provision of high-quality services that will bring about significant improvements in the life experience of the young people, children and families/caregivers with whom we work.

The Program:

The Victims Assistance Program aims to assist victims to effectively manage the damaging consequences of violent crime and to minimise the secondary victimisation sometimes associated with involvement in criminal justice system. Provide psychological first aid, information, referral, casework, and advocacy and case management services to victims of violent crime.

As a Victim Support Worker, you will

• Provide high quality case management services to victims of violent crime.
• Complete telephone based or face to face Intake and Assessment for Victims of Violent Crime.
• Provide psychological first aid, information and advocacy, practical supports and referral to specialised services within your case management/intake worker role.
• Ensure our services meet the practical, emotional and psychological needs of the victim.
• Prepare and provide information and assistance to clients to navigate the criminal justice system.
• Liaise with other service providers in relation to individual clients to ensure the appropriate supports and referral pathways are in place.
• Promote the Victims Assistance Program (VAP) to other organisations and the communities in which we work through participating in community education activities that promote and inform others about VAP.
• Support processes and partnerships with other organisations, particularly the police, to improve coordination of care.
• Write file notes and reports in line with policy, procedure or program requirements, maintain security of files, assist in the regular, accurate and relevant collection and updating of documentation, data and statistics.

Make A Move:

• A salary starting at around $100,766 at full time, plus super plus salary packaging (Level 5 SCHADS)
• Fixed term to 26th January 2027, part time 3 days per week (please pro rata salary)
• The 3 days are not fixed, we can be flexible depending on what you need.
• Based at our office in Bendigo.
• We take the Health and Wellbeing of our people seriously offering a Well Worth It! Program, Fitness Passport, EIP and EAP.
• Access to discounted health insurance as well!
• A diverse and inclusive workplace for you to feel safe, acknowledged and included.
• Our people are our biggest asset, we will support you to progress your career with a dedicated L&D team.
• A workplace with Rainbow Tick Accreditation and DCA Inclusive Employer recognition

What our people say- “I've genuinely never thought about going to another organisation. The opportunities, the innovation, the commitment to change and working with vulnerable families, young people and communities. It sounds really cliche, but you come into this work to make a difference and you can do that here. We work really hard to make differences in those spaces.”

Ready to take the next step:

Click apply wherever you see the advert which will take you to our application portal, create a profile using your email there and then submit your resume with a cover letter through the portal.

To discuss the role please reach out to Danielle McManus on 03 54401100 or email Danielle.McManus@anglicarevic.org.au

For further information please read the position description here:  Practitioner Victims Support PD COMS VAP E AW5 112023 V1.0.pdf

The closing date for applications is 10th February 2026 however we will review applications as they come in and may close earlier if a suitable applicant is found, so please do not delay.

Please Note: It is mandatory for the successful applicant to hold a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to commencement.

Additional screening processes, including National Name Check, Fingerprint Records Search and VicPol misconduct screening will be conducted as part of the authorisation process for employment within the VAP co-location project.

Anglicare Victoria acknowledges Aboriginal people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we operate. We commit to working respectfully to honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to this country.

Diversity and inclusivity are important to Anglicare Victoria, and we are committed to ensuring our workplace and services reflect this.  Everyone is welcome at Anglicare Victoria, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation and physical ability.