Job description
Agency Department of Corrections Work unit Bail Support Facility
Job title Facility Lead Designation Administrative Officer 7
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $120,877 - $130,039 Location Alice Springs
Position number 48566 RTF 354654 Closing 01/09/2026
Contact officer Cherry Chavez Hopwood on 8944 2142 or [email protected]
About the agency Youth justice | Department of Corrections
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=354654
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Responsible for 24/7 operations and support to the bail accommodation team to deliver effective, efficient and safe operations of the
government owned and operated Youth Supported Bail Facility. This position has a lead role in delivering a safe working environment
for staff and ensuring the needs of young people are met within a safe, secure and culturally therapuetic setting in accordance with the
Model of Care and relevant legislation.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Be responsible for the supervision, training and development of a team of staff involved in the delivery of 24/7 supported
accommodation services.
2. Maintain a high level of services to the youth bail clients through the provision of professional expertise and demonstrated best
practice in the delivery of supported accommodation youth justice services.
3. Promote awareness of and respect for Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander culture, kinship, values and beliefs, ensuring that cultural
needs are appropriately represented in all activities, policies, directives and programs.
4. Oversea the coordination and ensure team and client contribution towards, the daily and weekly planning of educational and
therapeutic activities and services for youth residing at the bail accommodation.
5. Develop partnerships with a range of stakeholders to facilitate effective detention centre program delivery.
6. Ensure the availability of reliable data through the accurate and timely recording of information on the relevant client information
and case management systems.
7. Ensure there is a principled approach, and that staff adhere to the Corrections values and Code of Conduct and demonstrate
exemplary behaviour reflective of the department’s values and Code of Conduct.
8. Participate in the Community Youth Justice after hours service.
Selection Criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated experience of operational requirements of youth supported bail or similar facilities, including staff and financial
management and development of operational and security procedures within legislatively based systems.
2. Demonstrated high level working knowledge of Youth Justice Act 2005 (or similar legislation) and youth supported
accommodation settings along with broad knowledge of government processes, reporting and governance requirements.
3. Working knowledge or understanding of the social and cultural issues affecting Indigenous people in the NT and their impact
upon the development, implementation, delivery and evaluation of youth supported accommodation services and programs.
4. Proven experience in the effective management and leadership of, and wellbeing and development of, other staff and a
demonstrated commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity, Anti-discrimination and Work Health and Safety.
5. Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver continuous improvement in activities and systems.
6. Demonstrated understanding of contemporary issues within Youth Justice and a commitment to work toward positive change in
accordance with the agency’s Strategic Direction.
7. A high level of interpersonal and written communication skills, and capacity to build and maintain positive relationships with
young people whilst maintaining professional boundaries.
8. High level of personal integrity and ethical standards to ensure you will be an exemplar of the agency’s values and Code of
Conduct at all times.
9. Hold completed MAYBO (conflict management and physical intervention) training certificate or possess the ability and willingness
to undertake this training prior to commencement in the role.
10. Current NT Drivers Licence or the ability to obtain.
Desirable
1. Tertiary qualifications in a related discipline such as Criminology and Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or similar.
2. Senior First Aid and Advanced Resuscitation or ability to acquire.
Further information
Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and hold a current Working with Children Clearance.
Successful applicant/s Criminal History Check must be confirmed by fingerprint and name check. A criminal history will not necessarily
exclude an applicant from this position. Applicants must agree to work the rotational shift roster and attend remote camps.
