Salary Range: 67,589-72,033
Classification: OPX3
Engagement Type: Term Contract
Closing Date: 26 Nov 2024
Role Highlights Take lead in monitoring, promoting and developing a high standard of practice Client-focused role Exciting opportunity for those with a passion for working with young people About the Business Our Community and Aboriginal Partnerships Division helps to build community safety and wellbeing by providing support and services to children, young people and families, including those involved with the youth justice system, remote Aboriginal communities, people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, and people with complex and exceptional needs. The division also leads the department's Closing the Gap efforts.
Role Details The Home Detention Officer is a role within the Kurlana Tapa Youth Justice Centre and is accountable to the Operations Coordinator, Home Detention, for:
Providing quality supervision of children and young people whilst operating Departmental Electronic Monitoring Systems to monitor their movements and ensure compliance with Mandates and Bail Conditions. Drug testing children and young people as directed by a Court order. Conducting property assessments to determine suitability of premises for electronic monitoring of identified children and young people. Consulting and liaising with Case Managers in relation to absences, planning and scheduling of arrangements and urine screening of allocated children and young people. Key outcomes and accountabilities:
Provide supervision of all children and young people allocated to the States' Home Detention Program in accordance with court orders. Work collaboratively with Case Managers to support and assist children and young people to fulfil the requirements of individual case plans and conditions of Mandates. Manage the effective operation and maintenance of electronic monitoring equipment and software. Monitor, authorise and record movement requests by children and young people as authorised through court orders and individual case plans. Work effectively within Aboriginal and culturally and linguistically diverse frameworks to address the needs of children and young people. Communicate effectively with children and young people, their families and relevant stakeholders. Participate in program and strategy development for children and young people. Note: Any other responsibilities in line with the classification level of the role as assigned by Line Manager and/or the Department. The responsibilities as specified above may be altered in accordance with the changing requirements of the role.
Special Conditions National Police Check required. Employment-related Screening Check required. Some out of hours work may be required. Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required. Must hold a current Australian issued driver's licence (equivalent to minimum class C). Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent level of expertise gained from a combination of experience, training or professional accreditation is desirable. Multiple term positions available. DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require assistance with this process, please contact us at and a member of the team will get back to you.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.
Application Instructions You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of two pages, addressing how your skills, attributes and experience meet the role specific capabilities and attach your current resume via the online application form. For more information about applying, refer to our Job Application Guide.
Screening Checks If you are new to the department and are invited to an interview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check, which has been issued within six months of your application for the role. National Police Checks can be applied for via the South Australia Police or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body. If the role you are applying for also requires an Employment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergo such assessment as is advised by DHS, including periodic assessment during your employment.
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