Want a challenge that could be life changing? Become a youth justice worker.Earn up to $100,767 per year, with a base salary of $76,817 (including standard penalty rates).Secure job doing tough work that matters.9 weeks of fully paid training.On site clinical and peer support available.Varied life experiences and maturity are highly valued.Now recruiting people with resilience, determination and empathy.We are currently recruiting casual and full-time youth justice workers to start at Cherry Creek Youth Justice Precinct (Cherry Creek), a secure facility housing young people on remand or sentenced to a period of imprisonment.The role of a youth justice workerYouth justice workers are the frontline staff who supervise and support young people in custody. This is not a dedicated case management or youth work role. You will follow and promote important security procedures every day and be a positive role model for complex young people. You will also set boundaries and reinforce expected behaviours.Your work will help young people get their lives back on track by:creating a safe and secure environment for both staff and young peoplehelping young people establish healthy routines and work to a daily structureredirecting anti-social and challenging behaviour to the standards expected by the communityresponding to incidents as they occurhelping young people develop positive family and peer relationshipsfacilitating support from other services, including health and mental health providers, educators and disability organisations.What you will getThis job can be tough. It can be physically and mentally draining. At times, the pressure will feel relentless and your resilience will be tested. However, if you commit to putting in the hard work, you will see young people make small shifts in their thinking that can have a major impact on their lives. You will be guided by supportive senior leaders and mentors, backed by a skilled team of fellow youth justice workers. Our training and development program will also set you up to be an influential role model from your first day.You will receive:9 weeks of fully paid traininga fair salary with generous penalty ratespersonalised professional development plans, and the chance to unlock countless career opportunities if you thrive in your roleExtensive in-house clinical and peer support available through our staff-wellbeing programs5 weeks of paid annual leave per year.What we look for in new youth justice workersOur recruiters search for a variety of personal characteristics when shortlisting candidates. These include:Dedication and resilience – you can maintain positivity and commitment even after setbacks.Life experience – you can adapt and manage challenging situationsPassion and empathy – you're willing to work with young people from complex backgrounds to ensure their basic needs are met.Interpersonal skills – you can find common ground with young people and diffuse conflict.Problem solving – you can make smart decisions quickly.EligibilityTo be considered for a youth justice worker role you must be either:an Australian citizen – a birth certificate, citizenship certificate or current passport is required as proof of eligibilitya permanent resident of Australiaa New Zealand citizen who has entered Australia on a valid passport, or eligible to work in Australia for a period of more than six months.You will also need to pass a pre-service health and fitness assessment. Learn how your current fitness levels match up and the best ways to prepare.Prior to starting work, all successful candidates must independently obtain:Current First Aid Certification (HLTAID011 is preferred, or the Provide Basic Emergency Life Support course - HLTAID002 at a minimum)Current CPRHold a valid Working with Children Check (Employee)A driver's licence is desirable but not mandatory.Please apply once only for your preferred location. If you're interested in Cherry Creek and Parkville, you will have the opportunity to select both during the application process. Priority consideration will apply to Victorian Public Service (VPS) employees who apply through the Jobs Skills Exchange (JSE) platform. If you are a current VPS employee, please ensure the JSE link is used for all internal applications.CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT:The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
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