At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.
The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers
We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?
- Help young people in custody make safer choices and build better futures.
- Lead youth services and support young people through their time in custody.
- Help shape targeted programs for young people aged 18 to 25.
- Get the chance to lead a team while making a real difference.
- Ongoing, full-time role earning $81,496 - $98,955 per year, plus super.
What you will do
As a team leader, you will support services for young people in custody. You will lead staff and help deliver programs that meet their welfare needs.
You will:
- coordinate targeted programs and services for young people aged 18 to 25
- lead and support staff who provide youth services, case management and on-call support
- complete focused welfare assessments and respond to referrals for young people
- provide clear advice and training to staff who work with young people in custody
- help develop, deliver and review the youth framework and related programs
About you
A relevant qualification or experience in human services, welfare practice or a related field would be highly desirable. You should also understand how correctional settings work.
You should also have:
- resilience and confidence when giving advice, receiving feedback and handling difficult situations
- strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions
- good people skills and the ability to build trust with people from different backgrounds
- leadership skills that help you guide staff, set clear expectations and manage daily work
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email John O'Loughlin at john.o'[email protected].
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.
How to apply
Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
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.
