Classification: Administrative Services Officer 6
Salary: $102,657 - $116,592 plus superannuation
Position No: 22795, Several
Directorate: Health and Community Services
Advertised (Gazettal date): 05 June 2026
Contact Officer: Eirene Apineru on [email protected] or (02) 6207 3346
Details: Bimberi Youth Justice Centre is seeking experienced, committed and suitably qualified people to permanently fill Unit Manager roles. Unit Managers are responsible for the day-to-day management of the Centre operations by facilitating close interaction and supervision with staff and young people, promoting initiatives and developing innovative approaches to meeting client and program needs.
The position occupant will have an opportunity to lead and manage a small team as well as provide input into shaping and guiding the operational direction of the Centre. You will also require experience in frontline operational positions and a desire to work within a management team that is committed to providing positive outcomes for young people.
The position occupant is required to work in a team environment to maintaining a safe, healthy, caring and supportive environment for young people and staff with a strong focus on promoting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, protocols and practices.
The occupant will also require demonstrated experience in the management of staff and young people in a custodial environment.
Eligibility/Other requirements:
- Completion of Certificate IV Youth Worker and/or relevant qualification in the behavioural sciences.
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Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra
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Senior First Aid Certificate
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Current driver’s licence
Note: Selection will be based on application, psychometric assessment, a medical/fitness assessment maybe required, interview and referee reports.
An order of merit will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months.
Unit Managers will be required to work a rotating roster that will include alternating day and evening shifts incorporating some weekends and public holidays. The successful applicants will also actively participate in a Monday to Friday standard business hours roster if required.
How to apply: Please review the Position Description and submit:
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A two-page pitch responding to the Selection Criteria, that includes specific examples as evidence of your relevant skills, knowledge and behavioural capabilities.
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Your curriculum vitae or resume including the contact details of two referees.
Applications should be submitted .
Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.
Health and Community Services
Health and Community Services Directorate was established on the 1 July 2025. This new directorate is an amalgamation of positions previously advertised under ACT Health Directorate and Community Services Directorate.
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